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Dog sitting...

Yesterday, Sara and Bev were shopping when I got back from my hike. I took the Grandog out to do its business. The little gal was barking her head off. It doesn't understand being left behind. I think it needs more time in the kennel and she will settle down. Good thing Maw maw wasn't there.

I went riding this morning. The day started cold and foggy. It wasn't easy to get out of the truck and get rolling. But Eric and Chris came. It made it easier to go when you have company. I have gotten tired of doing everything alone. Paul has been busy lately with things so he hasn't ridden much. Eric has been sick. I haven't seen or heard from Denis or Perry in a long time. Billy is working his shop a lot since this is Christmas. He had a lot of folks in there today. Maybe he made some sales. I am super pleased with the changes to my bike. That thing really rides good now. Those downhills that once were scary are nothing now. You can roll as fast as the bike will carry you. I should have bought a full suspension when I got that Marlin. I'll know better from now on.

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