For the second ride in a row we had a chilly morning. The big difference was the turnout. This time we had a lot of people show up. By 10:00, when we departed, we had 11 bikes and 15 riders. Even though it was rather cool, the forecast for the day was sunny and warming. With that in mind, we decided to amble up Hwy 9 and then cut across to Dillard to eat at the Dillard House.

I guess you could say we really took the long way around to get there. I think many of us rode on roads we had never been on before. It was a very scenic ride at a nice leisurely pace. We made one coffee/bathroom break in Dawsonville. About an hour and a half later were were waiting on a table at the Dillard House. Everyone commented on how enjoyable the ride was.

By the time we arrived at Dillard House, they heaviest part of the Sunday lunch rush was over. (But they were still busy). It took about thirty minutes to get a table, which isn't too bad for a big group on Sunday. The wait was well worth it. The food was excellent and plentiful as usual. We asked if they could provide a few beds or cots or something for a nap, but they declined. Other than that....it was perfect.

This ride was also meant to be a business meeting. During dinner, it was decided that the Christmas party would be help at Gary and Maria's house again this year. The date is December 9th. An email will be going out soon with more details. After dinner we opened the floor to officer nominations. There were no changes suggested. Confirmation of the current officers will take place at the Christmas Party on December 9. Finally, we discussed what we wanted to do for our next scheduled ride, which is the Saturday after Thanksgiving. It was decided that we will try to do some kind of get-together on that date. It may be a short ride, or just a meal together. Details will be sent out soon.

With our bellies full and our business completed, we realized that it was almost 4:00 pm. The sun was sinking fast, and with it the temperature. With most people wanting to get headed home, it was reluctantly decided not to go to Tallulah Falls State Park. So, everyone said their goodbyes and we headed home. As we got closer to home the group got smaller and smaller as riders dropped off onto the route that would put them in their driveways.

Even though we never made our ultimate destination.....As always....Those who missed this ride, missed a great ride, great weather, fantastic food, and most importantly good friends.

Be sure to be there next time.....you never know what you might miss.....

Attending:

Doug & Teresa Turco
Gary & Maria Kohl
Preston & Stephanie Howard
David & Josie Hughes
Gary II & Charity Kohl
Bill Sanders
Mitch Argo
Steve Argo
Henry Williams
Bill Hamilton
Malon Metz (WELCOME)