Scooter Sunday #30 20

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The last episode of Scooter Sunday Captured for the season. Enjoy a look back at some scooter moments from 2008.


Scooter Sunday Captured Ep. 009 from Marty Mankins on Vimeo.

For the YouTube version, click on this link: Scooter Sunday Captured Episode 009

The End For Now

As Scooter Sunday comes to an end for 2008, it brings some sadness, as there are times when I wished I lived in a warmer climate and be able to ride year round. But reality slaps me in the face and I realize we get a good 6 months of winter here in Utah. Oh, we have some nice days here and there, but “nice” in the winter is anything above 45 degrees during the day. Still not exactly scooter friendly, considering the roads are pretty icy most of the time. If all things go as planned, Scooter Sunday should be back sometime in late March.

Since last Sunday, the weather turned pretty cold. We had some warm weather, but it was a lot less than we’ve seen in previous weeks. I still need to winterize the scooter, but I’m putting it off, thinking we’ll get one more day in the 60’s… one more quick ride before I unplug the battery and cover up the scooter in a nice warm blanket. I know… fat chance, but wishful thinking on my part.

Winter Plans

So what am I doing for the winter? Hibernating like a bear and snacking on my ration of Mother’s Circus Animal cookies? Not exactly [although I do have a hidden bag somewhere]. Be patient, people. I will reveal all next week.

20 thoughts on “Scooter Sunday #30”

  • martymankins Post author

    hilly – I know, it’s sad, but it’s just for the winter.

    kris – I agree. This song fit so well, plus it was used at the end of one of my favorite movies of all time “Almost Famous”, not to mention it’s such a well put-together song. “The Rain Song” is a very close second in my Led Zep favorite list.

  • breakaway9

    The Rain song is also very good, I think my second favorite is either Darlene or The Lemon Song… or going to California.. or…. there are too many…

  • martymankins Post author

    kris – Lemon Song is another great tune (and from Led Zeppelin III). You are right, there are too many to list.

    xisor – Thank you, Tim. Much appreciated.

  • kapgar

    Geez, I was actually getting a little weepy. And is that all the security you give your friend??? You leave the door partially ajar and unlocked??? Some buddy you are. 😉

  • martymankins Post author

    kapgar – You know, even watching it multiple times myself, I get a little weepy at the end there. As for security, you got my word on a return in the spring. Plus, I didn’t forget the dare you, Beth and Xisor (Tim) mentioned a few weeks back (stay tuned).

    kilax – Oh, I visit him often during the winter months. Mostly to keep the battery charged up, but taking different measures this winter.

  • Catherine

    *cries*
    *blows nose*
    *mops up tears*
    *sighs wistfully*
    *blows nose again*
    *bucks up*
    *pulls self up by bootstraps*
    *makes expression of stoic resolve*
    *drums up some patience*
    *Hugs Marty*
    *smiles*

    /drama

  • martymankins Post author

    catherine – well deserved.

    tori – That would be a cool job and one that I probably would like. Thank you for the kind words I’ve always been a lover of music and making these videos has been a way to use that. Let’s see if I can keep it up with my winter segments.

  • martymankins Post author

    kevin – I’m hoping the winter nap won’t be too long this year. Previous winters have been pretty harsh here and lasted longer than needed. Normally, the end of March is showing some shift towards warmer temps.

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