Unless I miss my guess, the bike club is headed the way of the dinosaur. I went down to get with anyone who was riding this morning. There wasn't anyone there. Sara McGuffin rode down but quickly left. I was waiting in the truck in case the usual suspects came down. I waited till 8:30 and then left to do my own ride over through Sycamore and Odena. Then it was back home via Twin Street. I wonder if all the preparation leading up to the criterium/road race has put people off. I think they might be worried we would ask them for some specific help with the events and they are wary of coming around. Maybe after it is all put to rest, we can all get back together for more riding. I need to plan something like a barbeque lunch with dogs and burgers to draw everybody out.
So I rode by myself. I see much of the membership doing just that. It must be impossible to please everyone so it just works better for everyone to follow his own lead. I don't really mind being along. It is a lot easier than trying to chase a group.
On a personal note, I will be a Grandfather again! Nikki is expecting child number 2. That is surprising considering she said she would never have any. She will marry Chris, move in his place, get busy working and making a life for them. Or something like that. SO, that means my role and Grammy's role will change somewhat. Maybe we can spend some time together just the two of us. Perhaps not! They will have to work out a schedule to take care of the children. I don't see Bev and I spending all that time at his place watching kids as we have done for the past 3 years.