I saw a post on Facebook that I’m sharing because it pretty much nails how the weather works in southeastern Virginia. Last week’s ride was on a joyful, springlike day. Today’s ride was a race ahead of winter’s return. Oddly enough, the temperatures were close—both in the 50s. But today the sun was hiding behind the clouds and the wind was blowing in the colder air that marked second winter’s arrival.
But with the right gear, riding a motorcycle is comfortable even in a chill. I wore my Klim wool pullover under my leather jacket and, with my heated grips on, I felt great during the ride. Of course I’m lucky enough to choose when to ride; I saw some poor souls out during the rainy week on their motorcycle because that must be their only transportation.
Because of Friday’s rain, we rode cautiously and avoided shady lots such as the gravel. We did our fast-stopping drills dodging puddles and trying not to disturb the Canadian geese who were loving the large puddles. I spotted a large collection of buzzards circling above the park and was glad I couldn’t see what might have drawn them there. I also spotted one daffodil bravely blooming in defiance of second winter. We were lucky second winter waited until Sunday to arrive, and we may be lucky again next Saturday. I always feel lucky when I get the chance to ride my motorcycle.
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