The weather forecast was so promising! When the kickstands went up it was supposed to be in the mid 40's and by the time they went down again  - in the 50's. Then after lunch they forecasted clear sunny skies with a high around 60.................NOT!!!.... and I mean NOT BIG TIME.

Yes it was in the 40's when we left out of Atlanta Motor World. Seven Bikes. Ten riders. No cars. But, it went downhill from there. It never did warm up. In fact I believe it got a little cooler as the day went on. It was overcast all day, windy and nary a sunbeam broke through. Actually, heading home we did see sun on the road ahead, but by the time we got there it was gone.

But you know what? Despite the fact that they really pooched the forecast...it was a GREAT day. We had a good ride, some fantastic food, and shared time with some good friends. Yes, the ride was a little cooler than we hoped, but it was a ride and it was on two wheels not four. The food....what can I say...it was Gumbeaux's. It was hot, there was plenty of it and it was delicious. Most importantly, the fellowship of good friends and extended family make it all worthwhile.

In years past, our trip to Gumbeaux's was always met with nice weather and after a good meal, we normally head out to ride. This year, it was just too chilly to do that and we basically plotted the shortest route home and headed in that direction. Those of us headed over the north/northwest side of town stayed together as long as we could. In fact we even stopped for some warm drink and ice cream...YES...I said ice cream...but we did drink coffee.

All in all, it was a good day. I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. Not too much beats riding and eating with family and friends....even in cold weather.

Attending:

Doug & Teresa Turco
Gary & Maria Kohl
Allen & Shirley Sales
Mitch Argo
Henry Williams
Malon Metz
Jason Banister (our newest member) - WELCOME
Rick & Barbara Campbell (met us at Gumbeaux's)
Dave & Josie Hughes (met us at Gumbeaux's)
Harry Hyaduck (Chapter 304)