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    I Rode A Bicycle 40 Miles On Saturday In City Traffic.

    I took off from near-downtown in St Pete, and I rode to south Clearwater, all of it in city traffic. And that passes for city survival in my world.
    I went past a scene at Park Road & Bryan Dairy Road, or there about's, where a wreck had occurred. The right side doors of the car heading south, were trashed.

    It was obvious what had happened, that car had turned into the path of a northbound car, and paid the price. So, someone had been killed, on a bright, fun day. I asked a civilian volunteer who was there, if there was a fatality, and he said that there was. So that is how I knew for certain, but just observing the car was instructive.

    That very action, blowing lights, and turning into oncoming traffic; is something that seems to come naturally to the people here; they drive as if they can't die. Keep it in mind if you ever visit Tampa-Saint Pete-Clearwater, it may well save your life. They do not have a normal love of others here, they love themselves.

    Anyway, I kept heading north until I reached East Bay-West Bay, that is naturally enough an east-west route. And the next part of my adventure commenced. I traveled east towards PIE, and when I got to Roosevelt, some subtle changes happened. It is close to PIE and the area attracts whores and their customers.

    And I think that is where I took out my knife and hung it on my wrist; I have a lanyard on it, but It was buried in my pocket, where it could not be any more worthless. I rode on and got on Roosevelt, and was having a great old time, the whole trip was great to tell the truth. But, I do keep track of where I am and who is around me.

    I rode down to Ulmerton and kept eastbound, and as I passes PIE, an Alligent aircraft took off, and I ws right under it. I love that too, I watch airplanes like a kid would.

    The state is building an expressway over there, called the Leeroy Selmon Extention; and it is a pretty big undertking, with freeway type overpasses and stuff. It is about time friends, this place is way behind on freeways, expressways, and 8 lane roads. So, I kept going and I headed towards home, and I thought that I was going to die.

    Between taking care of dropping blood sugar and crashing salt levels, I had my hands full. But I made it home, and I am going to use that route as my double set. That is, it will count for 2 sets of work outs. But, I am going to have to take some groceries with me next time. I drank 3 liters of soda pop on that trip, as a for instance.

    I have a nice tan, and I fell a whole lot better about my manhood now.
    “He had been all things, and all was of little value.” Said of Severus Emperor of Rome.

    (As quoted by Gibbons, in Decline of the Roman Empire.)

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    Excellent! Not sure of your age but I know you're not a kid so 40 miles is a good trek. I remember riding my bike 50 miles when I was a kid to earn my cycling merit badge in Scouts.

    Good job. Hope you have many more safe rides.

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    Quote Originally Posted by KnuteFartne View Post
    Excellent! Not sure of your age but I know you're not a kid so 40 miles is a good trek. I remember riding my bike 50 miles when I was a kid to earn my cycling merit badge in Scouts.

    Good job. Hope you have many more safe rides.

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    I am 64, and I thought that I was gonna die, at a few points in my escapade. But I done it. There is something in me that won't relent, that is all I know.
    Note: I was a Boy Scout myself, it really helped to set me on a good path. And it matters to me, to this day.
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    (As quoted by Gibbons, in Decline of the Roman Empire.)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mister Mills View Post
    I am 64, and I thought that I was gonna die, at a few points in my escapade. But I done it. There is something in me that won't relent, that is all I know.
    Note: I was a Boy Scout myself, it really helped to set me on a good path. And it matters to me, to this day.
    You've got about 20 years on me and I don't think I could currently ride that many miles so more power to ya!
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    Great job Mister Mills!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mister Mills View Post
    I am 64, and I thought that I was gonna die, at a few points in my escapade. But I done it. There is something in me that won't relent, that is all I know.
    Note: I was a Boy Scout myself, it really helped to set me on a good path. And it matters to me, to this day.
    Cub scout, Webelos, and Boy Scout myself. I still have my old Webelos "Wolf" card knocking around somewhere around here. Even did a stint in the "Indian Guides" (anyone remember them?). The only good thing about living in Eugene Oregon: the bike paths! I would routinely use them for shopping... and if I needed so much as a jar of mustard, I would ride to the neighboring town (Springfield) to buy it... getting a nice 30-40 mile round trip in. Did that maybe 3 times a week. They are situated along the river most of the way, goes right behind Autzen Stadium, and you will see deer, pheasant, ducks of course, Herons, Osprey, Nutria, and the occasional snake. It's a beautiful ride... although now the "homeless" are camped along there ruining an otherwise pretty view with their tarps, needles, and garbage. Anyway , so glad to hear you are remaining so mobile and fit! I am 62 myself, and it's a challenge.
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    Quote Originally Posted by StratMaster View Post
    "Indian Guides" (anyone remember them?)
    I do!! My little brother was one, I always stole his headband/feather.

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    Quote Originally Posted by StratMaster View Post
    Even did a stint in the "Indian Guides" (anyone remember them?).
    Haven't thought about Indian Guides in YEARS!

    Dad and I did some time in Indian Guides. If memory serves it was Father and Son Indian Guides associated with the YMCA. I was probably 7 or 8 years old and we built a Totem Pole. We met at one of the neighbors garage, and our Dads drank beer and whacked away at an old telephone pole with hatchets while us boys got to play with our pocket knives and whittle and shit.

    Then we ran around like wild ass banshee Indians wearing our headbands until our Dads got tired of our bullshit and we all went home.

    Wish my Dad was around so I could give him a call and laugh about that.

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    An excellent feat Mr Mills! Atta Boy!!!

    When I was a kid I used to LOVE riding bicycle. Every week I would ride to and from my grandma's house (22 miles each way) to mow her grass. Even at 14 riding 44 miles and mowing an acre of grass was humping dogs.

    I would not dream of doing that at 52 now. You are much man!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Slippy View Post
    Haven't thought about Indian Guides in YEARS!

    Dad and I did some time in Indian Guides. If memory serves it was Father and Son Indian Guides associated with the YMCA. I was probably 7 or 8 years old and we built a Totem Pole. We met at one of the neighbors garage, and our Dads drank beer and whacked away at an old telephone pole with hatchets while us boys got to play with our pocket knives and whittle and shit.

    Then we ran around like wild ass banshee Indians wearing our headbands until our Dads got tired of our bullshit and we all went home.

    Wish my Dad was around so I could give him a call and laugh about that.
    Not sure if your Indian Guides had Indian names but my Dad's was "Big Canoe" and I was "Little Paddle". Which is kinda funny now since my Dad only made it to 6' and I am 6'4". Little Paddle ain't so little anymore. I still have my garb somewhere. If I can't find it during my move I'll post some pictures.
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