A Veteran

'Whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve- is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a blank check made payable to 'The United States of America',for an amount of 'up to and including My life'.

That is Honor, and there are way too many people inthis country who no longer understand it.

HT to Tejano

Through the eyes of our Vets

HT to springer94 for his immense gift in putting this together. Viewer discretion advised, one quick clip of a woman in a "string bikini".

Our World



While browsing springers' videos, I came across this one, leaves me respecting our vets more and more...

She tried to break the line of Vets guarding the camp outside Vietnam Wall.

Protester vs. Vietnam Vets 3-17-07

Definition of a Veteran

Interesting Definition of Veteran and the way they relate to HONOR

*A veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life." That is Honor, and there are way too many people in this country who no longer understand it.

-- Author Unknown

It is the VETERAN, not the preacher,
who has given us freedom of religion.
It is the VETERAN, not the reporter,
who has given us freedom of the press.
It is the VETERAN, not the poet,
who has given us freedom of speech.
It is the VETERAN, not the campus organizer,
who has given us freedom to assemble.
It is the VETERAN, not the lawyer,
who has given us the right to a fair trial.
It is the VETERAN, not the politician,
who has given us the right to vote

It is the VETERAN,
who salutes the Flag,
who serves under the Flag,

*HT to Tejano for bringing this one around...

Circle On The Cross

HT to Tejano for sharing this AWESOME Video! This PROUD little sister can even say that, Tejano is shown on here. It's an 8+ minute video but VERY worth the time!

THE VIDEO IS OPEN NOW FOR REVIEW BY A COUPLE PEOPLE.......PLEASE WATCH IT ASAP, SINCE IT COULD BE DELETED THIS TIME TOMORROW. THANKS............AND WATCH IT TWICE, OK?

All my Love and Respect to all the men and women out there fighting for our country and to those that have lost their lives doing so!!!

Love to all the Brothers!

FOR SALE 2002 LIBERATOR MFSLTA

With all respect to the brothers out in California and to Tejano. This was rcvd in my email yesterday and I'm posting it instead of passing along in email.

One owner bought new in 2002, motorcycle was built to the same specifications as the 1999 Springer Heritage FLSTS with all Harley Davidson parts with the exception of what Harley doesn't sell or make to give the bike the World War II WLA Retro look.

Frame, pipes, floor boards & saddle bags from Midwest Motorcycle Supply, Mustang seat , dash cover & custom made Dwag covers for the highway bar.

Motorcycle had additional detailing done three years ago adding to the Retro WLA look (powder coated inner/outer primary, transmission covers, oil pump & ignition cover).

Performance improvements include Jet Coating to exhaust system, Scream'n Eagle EV-13 cam, Scream'n Eagle pushrods, Dyno-Jet Re-calibration and changed the rear 65 tooth pulley & belt to a 70 tooth pulley and matching belt with new tires giving the bike excellent low-end mid-range torque, great for cruising!

Tires, belt and pulley change at 7000 miles. Engine enhancements done at 4000 miles by Dillon Brother Harley Davidson. All metal parts are powder coated, durable and no polishing needing here.

Fluids are changed annually no matter what, bike is always garaged and during the
winter season the bike is parked in the family room of our house.

Additional parts include: Sissy bar passenger seat / luggage rack combo, Dwag highway bar covers, teardrop tool box, passenger foot boards , Battery Tender Jr., and 1999 Harley Davidson Softail Service Manual (Army Ruck Sac not included).


Contact me at: tcharter@neb.rr.com if you have any questions or want more pictures, including picture proof of the bike being parked in our house during the winter. A fun bike to ride, always a head turner and a great conversation piece. Award winner in two bike shows.

I'm starting school at Grace University this Fall and need the financial aide.

Special thanks to anyone who passes this on.
-- "The O C" Bikers for Christ: In HIS name we ride..............

THE BIKER

When you see us moving past you quickly:

Don't take offense or think we're trying to "show off". Ninety five percent of the time, we're trying to get out of your blind spot or taking ourselves out of a potential dangerous situation that has evolved around us. Distancing ourselves from you does not mean we want to race, but that we're giving ourselves the edge we need at the moment.

When you hear our horn:

Don't take offense or think we're trying to aggravate you. All we're doing is letting you know where we are in relation to you on the road, and we're more than likely aware of your inattentiveness to us while you're talking on a cell phone, eating, reading or involved in some other distracting aspect to your driving. It's important to us, and you, that you know we're there.

When you hear our loud pipes:

Don't become angry and hostile toward us. Yes, some are quite loud, but for some, there's a purpose behind being loud. It's about letting you know we're close by and we're constantly hoping that our investment in this accessory will help save our lives. Our pipes are really not about our ego...it's a pride and personalization to our form of transportation.

When you see us in our clothes:

Don't become fearful of us or think us weird. Our leather jackets, chaps, gloves and boots are the barriers between loosing massive amounts of flesh should something cause us to go down...nothing more, nothing less. Safety gear is paramount to our riding. We wear patches on our jackets, and pins on our vests. These are symbols of pride and honor within our group(s), individuals giving back to those who gave. These things bond us as a brotherhood and sisterhood among bikers. Not that we're better than anyone else, but that we have the same kind of nobility and pride in our accomplishments as you may have in the various aspects of your life. I guess one could say; our patches and pins are the decals and the bumper stickers of our involvement with society and the general public, of which we are very pleased to be a part of in our own little way.

When you see us in a restaurant:

You don't have to shield your child or feel intimidated. We have family, wives, husbands, children and loved ones too, just like you. We smile; we laugh and enjoy the moments we have. We are approachable, and would befriend you, if given the opportunity.

When you see us in a parking lot:

Don't convince yourself that we're there to "get you". More than likely, we just finished a long ride and are taking a break. Or, we may be meeting up with other riders for a charity run for young children, or another very worthy cause. We may just be admiring one another's bikes, sharing our pride with other brothers and sisters, just like you do with your personal vehicle. It's what we do...it's a part of our lives, and we'd be more than welcome to share with you what riding a bike is all about...if you'd only ask.

When you see aggressive riding bikers:

Don't put us all in the same stereotypical category as those whose behavior and actions would cause you to react in disgust and intolerance. Many of us do not agree with this style of riding either, and we know and understand that human nature tends to blend us all together as the "same group". Most of us don't want that title...and don't deserve it.

When you see a group of bikers on the roadways:

Give us the courtesy of sharing the road with you. Please don't "move in" between several bikers in formation. This gets us very excited and nervous, especially when it's done with no due regard for our safety. Provide us with your awareness of the fact that we are much more vulnerable than you. We don't want to challenge you, for all of us are wise enough to know...we'd lose that battle.

When you are turning left or entering a roadway/highway:

Look, then look again...and then one more time. For we can be easily hidden, and appear to be invisible by such things as a telephone pole, another vehicle, bright lights or the glare of the sun...or possibly, the beads hanging from your rearview mirror, among numerous other items that are displayed there. If you see us flashing our lights at you or blowing our horn, we're only trying to ensure that you will see us before tragedy changes both our lives.

When you are behind us:

Please give us the room we need and don't tailgate us. If you hit us, we're going down...HARD! We don't want to play games with you, we just want to enjoy the ride and the fresh air, and experience that which many of you have never lived for. If we accelerate away from you, don't interpret this action as though we want to drag race you. We're only trying to take ourselves out of a bad situation if you insist on being too close.

When, and if, you experience road rage:

Don't take it out on us just because we're smaller than you and more vulnerable. Think about what you're doing and the end result that may become a reality. The consequences of your actions and choices could be very detrimental to our well being, our families, our children and our loved ones. Yes, there are those that can tend to piss you off, however, rage towards them will not solve the issues, but accentuate them. Nine out of ten bikers will do everything they can to take themselves out of that situation without causing you or them harm.

When you have an opportunity to talk to us:

You'll discover, outside any influenced or stereotypical mindset you may have, that we are just as human as you are, just with different interests and toys. Many of us would give you the shirt off our back if it would tend to brighten your day or console you in some way. We're really no different...and we drive cars, trucks and vans too. So, meet us and greet us...I think you'll be pleasantly surprised that you'll be met with open arms.

Thank You for attempting to understand !