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Shutterbug Saturday: Scenes From A ROT Rally 2006

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These shots were taken by my buddy and childhood friend, Hank…well, most of them. I grabbed the camera a couple of times. He shared these with me but, the copyright is all his. This was my first motorcycle rally and the first time I’d laid eyes on Hank in 20+ years. It was such a fun time and reunion and, the only time I have ever seen Joan Jett, live. “ROT” is short for “Republic of Texas”. The Rally suffered quite a bit during the plandemic and lost its regular venue in Austin. They are trying to make a comeback. ~Vic

Hank Image One
My Buddy Hank
Hank's Hog Image Two
Hank’s Harley
(in the center)
Bike Line-Up Image Three
So Many Motorcycles
Big Trike Image Four
Big Ol’ Trike
Flaming Bike Image Five
Shooting Flames
Joan Jett Concert Image Six
Joan Jett Concert Screen
Worn Out Image Seven
Worn Out
Orange Lights Image Eight
Night Lights
Blue Glow Image Nine
Blue & Green Glow
South Side Rider Image Ten
Polaris Slingshot Prototype?
Shot Of Me Image Eleven
Yep. This is me…several pounds heavier than today.
Notice my cute, pink Motorola flip-phone…
and my Marine Corps gear.
I was still issued to the Jarhead back then.

Foto Friday: Red Oak Brew Haus & Bier Garten

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This is my 35th reunion weekend and, a few of my high school compatriots and I gathered at a local brewery & bier garten this evening. Red Oak Brewery is a central NC favorite and is America’s largest Lager Only craft brewery. Construction is ongoing and tours of the brewery are given all the time. They don’t serve food but, a food truck is always handy and you can bring in your own food. Beer is by the pint or half pint and wine is by the half bottle or full bottle. The owner is also the artist of the sculptures. All photos are my personal collection. ~Vic

Doorway Image One
Impressive gate.
The Road Less Traveled Image Two
“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I…I took the one less traveled by. And, that has made all the difference.
Robert Frost
Ironwork Image Three
Ironwork art.
Iron Weeds Image Four
Iron weeds in front of the fountain.
Statue Image Five
Do NOT touch…and they mean it.
Soap & Lotion Image Six
Soap & lotion made with beer.
Friends At The Door Image Seven
I was getting a shot of the doorway when these two guys walked thru. They were concerned that they had messed up my shot. They didn’t but, when I asked them if they wanted to be photographed and posted on my blog, they happily agreed. Notice the “Yoga & Real Beer” Pug flier. LOL!
The Brew Haus Image Eight
Plenty of room to mingle, drink and sit.
Waterfall Image Nine
I am assuming this is some of his artwork. I couldn’t tell if water is running over this…or beer.
Carved Bench Image Ten
Unbelievably beautiful carved bench.

More to come…