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Happy 4th boss Skinner, patched members, fellow prospects & support,
Just wanted to wish you all a very Happy Independence day, God Bless America, and god bless you all, stay safe, stay healthy.
RTO...………………………...out
Just wanted to wish you all a very Happy Independence day, God Bless America, and god bless you all, stay safe, stay healthy.
RTO...………………………...out
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
THANKS GOING OUT FOR BREAKFAST THEN MEETING UP WITH SOME RIDERS TO HEAD UP TO PICK UP KOREAN MEMORIAL.GRUMPY AND ZOOT WILL MEET UP AT HARLEY DEALERSHIP FOR FOOD ETC.THEN BACK TO PIEDMONT.BUSY DAY AND WEEKEND HOPE ALL HAVE A SAFE ONE.
All well in area. Been riding giving a prospect his Top Rocker and Prospect rocker.
Good ride to Ft
Wayne, Ind. Doc Gonzo and Thumper were there.
Hope to have a good ride over the Fourth of July.
Grumpy over and out.
Good ride to Ft
Wayne, Ind. Doc Gonzo and Thumper were there.
Hope to have a good ride over the Fourth of July.
Grumpy over and out.
Greetings Boss, fellow patched, prospects, support etc. Feels good boss to be back online. All is good at my and Brother Steamers AO. Nice day today for air but was up with brother in law till I think 0300 getting FB straight , and had to reboot comp. He showed me the attack ( looked like a jumble of numbers to me. lol. I'll stick to doing mechanics on my ride, that comp stuff is way over my head. lol Anyway hope all are doing good and best of thoughts to those on mend. Stay safe all. GearBox LLRBF NVFFNV
Any chapters in NY??
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
WE HAVE REGIONS NOT CHAPTERS I WILL HAVE A BROTHER CLOSE BY CONTACT YOU.
I hope everyone has a great Independence Day and stays safe. Happy 4th of July!
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Thanks Brother and same to you and Family.We are still having Fireworks and Korean Memorial escort by motorcycle on Friday.
HAVE SET DATES FOR NEXT NATIONAL SO CHECK YOUR E-MAIL.DECIDED TO CALL OWNER OF RESORT TODAY TO CHECK HER SCHEDULE.GLAD I DID WITH THE EXPECTED TURN OUT WE OUR GOING TO HAVE I HAVE TAKEN CABINS AT ANOTHER RESORT TO HELP WITH OVERFLOW.WE HAVE BEEN AT SPRING VALLEY TWICE BEFORE AND NEITHER PLACE CAN HANDLE ALL OF US SO WE NOW HAVE TWO PLACES. WE COULD NOT HAVE THE SAME DATES AS BEFORE DUE TO A FAMILY REUNION SHE HAD BOOKED ALSO IT WILL MEAN WE WILL NOT HAVE TO TRAVEL ON HOLIDAYS.THINK THIS WILL BE TO OUR ADVANTAGE.
WELL THAT'S ALL FOR NOW
GLAD TO SEE THE GROWTH IN CLUB THIS YEAR HOPE WE CAN CONTINUE TO GET MORE GREAT MEMBERS.KEEP ON KEEP'IN ON.
LLRB
WELL THAT'S ALL FOR NOW
GLAD TO SEE THE GROWTH IN CLUB THIS YEAR HOPE WE CAN CONTINUE TO GET MORE GREAT MEMBERS.KEEP ON KEEP'IN ON.
LLRB
Greetings to all patched members, fellow prospects & support. Had a Great time with Grumpy and Doc Gonzo in Fort Wayne Indiana. Looking forward to meeting the rest of the team. The connection with these men was extremely rewarding for me. It felt to me, like instant friendship. The excitement of belonging to this group is almost overwhelming, it's been a long lonely road. Just had to vent and share my thoughts with someone. Until we meet face-to-face LLRBF-NVFFNV.
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
GREAT TO HEAR FROM YOU WITH ALL YOUR ENTHUSIASM. WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET. ALL OF US NAM VETS ARE ON THE SAME PAGE LOOKING FORWARD TO MEETING YOU AND OTHERS WHEN I GET THE RELEASE FROM CANCER DOCTOR.
Greetings to all Brothers, Supports, Prospects & Well-wisher!!
Just got back from some much needed wind therapy. Quick run up to IL to welcome in a new Prospect, Thumper. Didn't get to spend a whole lot of time with him and Brother Grumpy, but from I see, he's a keeper! Very enthusiastic about being a Member.
Weather was perfect for the ride both ways. Betty ran like a top, really diggin' that Baker 6-speed tranny. Think the idiots must have taken a couple of days off. Didn't seem to be any one the roads LOL, if there were, there weren't where ever I was, so it's all good. It's amazing what a few hundred miles of wind will do for your soul.
Other than that, all's good in my AO. Singer is still on temp assignment, but really looking forward to retiring next month.
Going to have to be a little re-budgeting, but it'll all work out. Always does.
Just lettin' everyone know I'm alive and kickin'
ML&R LLRBF
Doc Gonzo
out
Just got back from some much needed wind therapy. Quick run up to IL to welcome in a new Prospect, Thumper. Didn't get to spend a whole lot of time with him and Brother Grumpy, but from I see, he's a keeper! Very enthusiastic about being a Member.
Weather was perfect for the ride both ways. Betty ran like a top, really diggin' that Baker 6-speed tranny. Think the idiots must have taken a couple of days off. Didn't seem to be any one the roads LOL, if there were, there weren't where ever I was, so it's all good. It's amazing what a few hundred miles of wind will do for your soul.
Other than that, all's good in my AO. Singer is still on temp assignment, but really looking forward to retiring next month.
Going to have to be a little re-budgeting, but it'll all work out. Always does.
Just lettin' everyone know I'm alive and kickin'
ML&R LLRBF
Doc Gonzo
out
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
THANKS FOR THE UPDATE
Hello, Boss Skinner, patched members, fellow prospects & support..
it's a beautiful day in the neighborhood, the sun is shining, it's 72 at 12:45 pm and I'm ready for a ride anywhere in the burgh..
Talked to Grumpy and Doc Gonzo yesterday, they were going to ride up to Ill. to patch in prospect Thumper, I wish I could have made the ride, but due to not having a sitter for Wilson, and having to attend a very important meeting at my American Legion post 538 Fort Black, I'd be there in a heart beat. sad to say the meeting is to determine whether or not we should keep out post running, we consist of guys my age and a couple of young guys who are all the members of our VFW, we have little to no income and the bills keep growing, it was a great hangout for me, because a few of my classmates are members and I get to see them often, the main reason people come is for sports and cheap drinks and only on the weekends, our post reached the grand ole age of 100 in 2019..
Hey boss I relayed to Doc that D9 ( Daneen ) and I will be at the national next year..
not much going on my AO, looking forward to our 4th of July weekend for two reason, 1. we get to spend quality time with good friends and 2. I will wear my cut to let other NamVet bikes about our brotherhood..
well until my next entry, peace, love and good will to you all
RTO...…………………..out
it's a beautiful day in the neighborhood, the sun is shining, it's 72 at 12:45 pm and I'm ready for a ride anywhere in the burgh..
Talked to Grumpy and Doc Gonzo yesterday, they were going to ride up to Ill. to patch in prospect Thumper, I wish I could have made the ride, but due to not having a sitter for Wilson, and having to attend a very important meeting at my American Legion post 538 Fort Black, I'd be there in a heart beat. sad to say the meeting is to determine whether or not we should keep out post running, we consist of guys my age and a couple of young guys who are all the members of our VFW, we have little to no income and the bills keep growing, it was a great hangout for me, because a few of my classmates are members and I get to see them often, the main reason people come is for sports and cheap drinks and only on the weekends, our post reached the grand ole age of 100 in 2019..
Hey boss I relayed to Doc that D9 ( Daneen ) and I will be at the national next year..
not much going on my AO, looking forward to our 4th of July weekend for two reason, 1. we get to spend quality time with good friends and 2. I will wear my cut to let other NamVet bikes about our brotherhood..
well until my next entry, peace, love and good will to you all
RTO...…………………..out
Hi
a greeting from denmark, god bless you all over there,
i have a question, VNV chapter T new york no longer exists ???
Sussi
a greeting from denmark, god bless you all over there,
i have a question, VNV chapter T new york no longer exists ???
Sussi
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Sussi
we are not associated with that CLUB so I do not know.
we are not associated with that CLUB so I do not know.
BROTHERS,SUPPORT AND PROSPECTS;
My rant for the time being is I hate not being able to make those PATCH IN CEREMONIES.My riding days are still in the future because I have no idea how the radiation is going to effect me and nobody else can say for sure either.I have made some short runs<one with LAAM ,was longest so far.Legs and feet can't seem to get the rhythm right just yet.Strength there is not yet back and that can be a real problem when you put legs out to hold you up.
On a up note thanks out to all for stepping up and taking care of BUSINESS.
Happy FATHERS day stay safe we have a large bar-be -que planned at daughters house.
LLRBF
My rant for the time being is I hate not being able to make those PATCH IN CEREMONIES.My riding days are still in the future because I have no idea how the radiation is going to effect me and nobody else can say for sure either.I have made some short runs<one with LAAM ,was longest so far.Legs and feet can't seem to get the rhythm right just yet.Strength there is not yet back and that can be a real problem when you put legs out to hold you up.
On a up note thanks out to all for stepping up and taking care of BUSINESS.
Happy FATHERS day stay safe we have a large bar-be -que planned at daughters house.
LLRBF
Greetings to all Patch Holders, Prospects and Friends of the club. Had a talk with Grumpy this morning on the landline. Going to meet up for sit down next week. Looking forward to it. Everything in my AO looking good, nothing to report at this time. The weather is warm and the wind is blowing soft and Thunder is ready to roll. This is Thumper, over and out. NVFFNV.
Greetings; to our President, and all regional Presidents, Prospects, and supporters. Today is a good day, because yesterday I became a member of the NAM VETS! Steamer rode 500 miles to present my patches and certificate of membership. And I have to also say, about Steamers bike, I think he must have had a smile on his face for every mile he covered because the look and sound of his wheel would make a rock grin.
The respect I've been shown by addressing me as, "Mr." Hands is appreciated, but unwarranted. Just, "
Hands" is fine, thank you very much.
I am hard pressed to say how I really feel as a result of your congratulatory welcoming in this brotherhood of Nam Vets. In the Marine Corps. in the 60's I was one of six guys, Snake, Fritz, Habu, Spider, Pete, and Hands. We were called, the Animals. I got a Summary Court Martial for coming in 20 mins late in the Philippines, (Cinderella Liberty). The animals made a court martial pool for $.50 a chance on the various combinations of punishments from a summary court. We were tight. Those thoughts and feelings returned because of you guys. Thanks... Hands.
The respect I've been shown by addressing me as, "Mr." Hands is appreciated, but unwarranted. Just, "
Hands" is fine, thank you very much.
I am hard pressed to say how I really feel as a result of your congratulatory welcoming in this brotherhood of Nam Vets. In the Marine Corps. in the 60's I was one of six guys, Snake, Fritz, Habu, Spider, Pete, and Hands. We were called, the Animals. I got a Summary Court Martial for coming in 20 mins late in the Philippines, (Cinderella Liberty). The animals made a court martial pool for $.50 a chance on the various combinations of punishments from a summary court. We were tight. Those thoughts and feelings returned because of you guys. Thanks... Hands.
Greeting Boss Skinner, patched members, fellow prospects, & support,
Hoping this entry finds all in excellent health.
what the heck is going on with this weather here, 90's three days and then 70's for 5, raining today no humidity and the next week looks like all rain. Hope it clears up before the 4th weekend, friends and I are riding north of Pittsburgh to stay the weekend at the "Caboose Motel", it's all caboose's that were converted into motel rooms and are painted the color of the line they once were attached to.
My grandson Rocky Ace is growing like a weed, he's 9lbs 5ozs now, some babies are born at that weight. he hates baths and lets you know it, lol sounds like some old people.
new bike is running great, got hirise bars on it so far, Kerker slipons are next on the list and that will be next month.
going to order from Custom Engraving ltd a new custom derby cover with the 101st screaming eagle on it, the one from my 2012 is to small and won't fit, if anyone is interested in it we can swap or barter for a part..
well that about dose it for now, so until my next entry, god bless you all, stay safe and healthy, keep the shinny side up
LLRB
RTO...………………………..out
Hoping this entry finds all in excellent health.
what the heck is going on with this weather here, 90's three days and then 70's for 5, raining today no humidity and the next week looks like all rain. Hope it clears up before the 4th weekend, friends and I are riding north of Pittsburgh to stay the weekend at the "Caboose Motel", it's all caboose's that were converted into motel rooms and are painted the color of the line they once were attached to.
My grandson Rocky Ace is growing like a weed, he's 9lbs 5ozs now, some babies are born at that weight. he hates baths and lets you know it, lol sounds like some old people.
new bike is running great, got hirise bars on it so far, Kerker slipons are next on the list and that will be next month.
going to order from Custom Engraving ltd a new custom derby cover with the 101st screaming eagle on it, the one from my 2012 is to small and won't fit, if anyone is interested in it we can swap or barter for a part..
well that about dose it for now, so until my next entry, god bless you all, stay safe and healthy, keep the shinny side up
LLRB
RTO...………………………..out
Greetings to all from Wonderful Wet Western Washington. Guess the global warming bus missed our stop. Still looking forward to two weeks of Summer.
Governor has finally given us a temporary parole. With a little cooperation from my back, should be able to head out for a Northwest Region tour. Hope to see all my Region Brothers soon.
Hope all are well and able to make the most of one more riding season. Respect to all.
NVFFNV
Radio
Governor has finally given us a temporary parole. With a little cooperation from my back, should be able to head out for a Northwest Region tour. Hope to see all my Region Brothers soon.
Hope all are well and able to make the most of one more riding season. Respect to all.
NVFFNV
Radio
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Laam came over for a quick visit and ride.Always a pleasure to be together and wind in the face.Hope all are getting some seat time.
LLRB
LLRB
A belated greeting to all, and a special salute and well wishes to those on the sick list!
Aside from a couple of full sea bags of domestic stuff, things are fine. It looks like my phone tag with Steamer and Gearbox might be over, we plan to meet in Palm Springs, (aprox100 mi) this week. Again, they've been trying to reach me for a while and I was up to my neck in "stuff" but that's 98% over now. We have the time, date, and place to hook up. This is short msg just to ring in, I'll get back soon.
Aside from a couple of full sea bags of domestic stuff, things are fine. It looks like my phone tag with Steamer and Gearbox might be over, we plan to meet in Palm Springs, (aprox100 mi) this week. Again, they've been trying to reach me for a while and I was up to my neck in "stuff" but that's 98% over now. We have the time, date, and place to hook up. This is short msg just to ring in, I'll get back soon.
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Take care of business and all is good.
Greetings All, Just a quick check in. Brother Steamer and I went to Breakfast this morning, Outside of the distancing stuff, almost felt normal our AO again. Thoughts for all on the mend. Weather is getting really nice, stay safe all. I guess from being couped up all this time , some people are putting to pedal down, so please be careful. GearBox NVFFNV LLRBF
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I served with the 25th Infantry Division as an infantryman out of Tay Ninh, Vietnam in 1969-70. Our main objective was an enemy mountain fortress that towered over the surrounding terrain and served as a staging area for enemy soldiers coming from the last finger of the Ho Chi Minh trail several miles to the west in Cambodia. It housed an NVA general, and hospital and was protected by a large contingent of elite NVA soldiers determined to die rather than surrender the mountain. The "mountain" as it was called by all who attempted to take it guaranteed a hellacious battle with the angel of death hovering near anytime that it was our mission.
Courage on the Mountain is a captivating and true memoir with over 100 five star reviews. It was written to reach out to all of my brothers and sisters who honorably served in the war and now wear the title of "Vietnam Veteran." courageonthemountain.com Welcome home brothers! I'm proud that you made it home and am proud to have served with you!
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Courage on the Mountain
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[email protected]
great morning boss skinner, patched members, fellow prospects & support,
well here it is June 10, the weather is beginning to warm up, the days are getting longer and the nights are stronger than moonshine, that sounds familiar.
got rejected on my neuropathy claim, so now to file an appeal.
my grandson will be 1 month in a couple of days and growing a weed, and he is so precious.
took a ride up north Saturday to go horse back riding, had a ton of enjoyment..
talked to boss Skinner the other day, always a good talk, said he's doing good, told he when the pandemic restriction are raised that I'd like to take a ride out his way to meet greet, gonna see what my sponsor Doc Gonzo things and go from there.
hope everyone is in great spirits and health.. be safe brothers & sisters.
LLRB
RTO...……………….out
well here it is June 10, the weather is beginning to warm up, the days are getting longer and the nights are stronger than moonshine, that sounds familiar.
got rejected on my neuropathy claim, so now to file an appeal.
my grandson will be 1 month in a couple of days and growing a weed, and he is so precious.
took a ride up north Saturday to go horse back riding, had a ton of enjoyment..
talked to boss Skinner the other day, always a good talk, said he's doing good, told he when the pandemic restriction are raised that I'd like to take a ride out his way to meet greet, gonna see what my sponsor Doc Gonzo things and go from there.
hope everyone is in great spirits and health.. be safe brothers & sisters.
LLRB
RTO...……………….out
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
THANKS for the post and looking forward to a get together this summer with at least part of the BROTHERHOOD.
Hi everyone! It's getting toasty down here in the Lone Star State. Twin and I took our trikes out today. I'm still getting used to riding a trike. Nocona Hills is the perfect area to practice. We have alot of hills and curvy roads. Of course it was in the triple digits outside. I think we lost 20 pounds each.
My thoughts and prayers go out to LAAM, Skinner, and Thumper. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. I look forward to seeing you at Nationals next year.
That's about all for now, if I left anyone out let me know and I apologize in advance.
Tx Girl out
My thoughts and prayers go out to LAAM, Skinner, and Thumper. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. I look forward to seeing you at Nationals next year.
That's about all for now, if I left anyone out let me know and I apologize in advance.
Tx Girl out
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
THANKS have fun and be safe.