I like to think that now that I am back riding my bicycle… things will return to the way they were. Only way to find out is to pedal until they do.
1959 Hermes 8 Standard
4 thoughts on “The road back…”
Like Bob Dylan’s song, The Times, They Are A Changin’ no matter who thinks otherwise. I think the changes are for the better. to me the most aggravating part of any broadcast politcal discussion or speech is the blasted news liberals telling me what I heard the speaker say or put their news liberal spin onto it.
Times are better and great progress has been achieved, finding that common ground will allow for a stronger better future when trust, character and goodwill means more than power, wealth and winning.
I always, always, enjoy reading your reflections. Although you live in Iowa, I believe, and I live in Mississippi, although I am white, and you are black, although I have no idea what political affiliation you have, and I describe myself as “a Reagan Republican who no longer has a party,” I feel quite a connection to the feelings you express.
I too love typewriters. I teach high school and have two manuals in my classroom. On my desk is a 1938 L.C. Smith “Superspeed,” that I inherited from my grandparents, and on a book case is my mother’s 1957 Royal that she took to college. Although each of these loved ones have passed away, it means a great deal to me every time I place my hands where their hands were placed, press the keys their fingers pressed, and hear the clickity-clack of metal striking paper.
Thanks again for sharing your thoughts. Oh, I also have about 7-8 other typewriters (manuals) at home. I’ve lost count, because I’ve gotten in the habit of giving them away, or loaning them to the library as exhibits.
I just believe that understanding starts with interactions and regardless of differing views, people can get along, work together and promote a better world.
Like Bob Dylan’s song, The Times, They Are A Changin’ no matter who thinks otherwise. I think the changes are for the better. to me the most aggravating part of any broadcast politcal discussion or speech is the blasted news liberals telling me what I heard the speaker say or put their news liberal spin onto it.
Happy biking.
Times are better and great progress has been achieved, finding that common ground will allow for a stronger better future when trust, character and goodwill means more than power, wealth and winning.
I always, always, enjoy reading your reflections. Although you live in Iowa, I believe, and I live in Mississippi, although I am white, and you are black, although I have no idea what political affiliation you have, and I describe myself as “a Reagan Republican who no longer has a party,” I feel quite a connection to the feelings you express.
I too love typewriters. I teach high school and have two manuals in my classroom. On my desk is a 1938 L.C. Smith “Superspeed,” that I inherited from my grandparents, and on a book case is my mother’s 1957 Royal that she took to college. Although each of these loved ones have passed away, it means a great deal to me every time I place my hands where their hands were placed, press the keys their fingers pressed, and hear the clickity-clack of metal striking paper.
Thanks again for sharing your thoughts. Oh, I also have about 7-8 other typewriters (manuals) at home. I’ve lost count, because I’ve gotten in the habit of giving them away, or loaning them to the library as exhibits.
I just believe that understanding starts with interactions and regardless of differing views, people can get along, work together and promote a better world.