The Just Thought I'd Share Thread

[APerfectLie]

I am so broke I could cry. Le sigh...

[louielouie2000]

So I've owned quite a bevy of sporty cars in my life... 2 DeLoreans, a Chrysler Crossfire, 2 Mitsubishi Eclipses (1 convertible, 1 coupe), a Mustang GT, and an assortment of others... but nothing has ever brought me as much pleasure as my lowly Vespa scooter!

My local scooter club was invited tonight to an advance screening of Larry Crowne... a movie starring Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts. It's about a guy who was laid off, bought a scooter to conserve money, got roped into a scooter club, and in the process began really living life for the first time. I totally identified with all these themes in the movie.

Buying a scooter is without a doubt one of the BEST things I've ever done for myself. Scootering takes all the dread out of commuting and running errands, and just makes them plain fun! And the sense of community in a scooter club is like nothing else I've ever seen. It's just fantastic... like a big family with all the fun and none of the drama. Life really is all about the little things.

[SuzeQuze]

Originally Posted by louielouie2000

So I've owned quite a bevy of sporty cars in my life... 2 DeLoreans, a Chrysler Crossfire, 2 Mitsubishi Eclipses (1 convertible, 1 coupe), a Mustang GT, and an assortment of others... but nothing has ever brought me as much pleasure as my lowly Vespa scooter!

My local scooter club was invited tonight to an advance screening of Larry Crowne... a movie starring Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts. It's about a guy who was laid off, bought a scooter to conserve money, got roped into a scooter club, and in the process began really living life for the first time. I totally identified with all these themes in the movie.

Buying a scooter is without a doubt one of the BEST things I've ever done for myself. Scootering takes all the dread out of commuting and running errands, and just makes them plain fun! And the sense of community in a scooter club is like nothing else I've ever seen. It's just fantastic... like a big family with all the fun and none of the drama. Life really is all about the little things.

Wow you may have sold me on this. I wasn't aware of scooter clubs! I love my Miata but when I see scooters parked in sneaky places I have scooter envy. I wasn't aware of scooter clubs. I really need to get out and meet some new people and this could be a great avenue. Thanks for sharing!

[louielouie2000]

Originally Posted by SuzeQuze

Wow you may have sold me on this. I wasn't aware of scooter clubs! I love my Miata but when I see scooters parked in sneaky places I have scooter envy. I wasn't aware of scooter clubs. I really need to get out and meet some new people and this could be a great avenue. Thanks for sharing!

Originally Posted by sckin

I thought about a scooter since my work commute is only about 5 miles. But it's not really practical anymore when you have a kid

When we decided we wanted to buy Vespas, my boyfriend sold his car & we bought our scooters from the proceeds. We still have my car for the times we need to go out of town, haul big stuff, etc. Many people buy scooters for economic reasons (they're affordable, they get 75-100 mpg +, you can park them absolutely anywhere, etc), but most folks soon realize that's not even the best part of owning them. They're just plain fun! And being in a scooter club is just icing on the cake. We organize rides to swimming holes, to breweries, restaurants, and festivals. It's just a ton of fun!

[skcin]

Originally Posted by louielouie2000

Buying a scooter is without a doubt one of the BEST things I've ever done for myself. Scootering takes all the dread out of commuting and running errands, and just makes them plain fun! And the sense of community in a scooter club is like nothing else I've ever seen. It's just fantastic... like a big family with all the fun and none of the drama. Life really is all about the little things.

I thought about a scooter since my work commute is only about 5 miles. But it's not really practical anymore when you have a kid.

[SuzeQuze]

Originally Posted by skcin

I thought about a scooter since my work commute is only about 5 miles. But it's not really practical anymore when you have a kid.

You have a kid? I missed something!

My commute is 6 miles but it is kind of heinous. There's a rotary (roundabout) that is apparently lawless and I may not survive that on a Vespa.

[MacShadowsBall]

I found out yesterday that my hours at work got cut from 40 to 30. My workplace is a sinking ship and I'm looking for a better job in a more stable work environment.

[McTrouble]

Originally Posted by MacShadowsBall

I found out yesterday that my hours at work got cut from 40 to 30. My workplace is a sinking ship and I'm looking for a better job in a more stable work environment.

May I wish you the best of luck with finding a new job - at least you still have your current job while you are looking!

[MacShadowsBall]

Originally Posted by McTrouble

May I wish you the best of luck with finding a new job - at least you still have your current job while you are looking!

Thanks...

Yeah I along with seven others had our hours cut. The boss thinks this will be just for a month or so as he expects "something" to happen. Truth be told this kinda stuff has been going on over the past several years so most of us have had enough!

[Heartboy]

Originally Posted by APerfectLie

I am so broke I could cry. Le sigh...

I guess that means that I'll have to pay for everything when we go on our date?

Maybe you'll makeup for it in the sack!

[Enchanted_Stevi]

JTIS....

That I havent been on much because of school and work....
BUT after tomorrow I have a WHOLE week off of school and work <3 MUCH needed vaca! Then I have the week after the 4th of school and then I graduate the 18th!
Then hopefully I can make my stateboard lisence and start working ASAP! And get out of my sucky job!

Nothing really interesting has been happening...other then i started weight watchers lol

[skcin]

Originally Posted by carrie721

seriously. i'm still completely puzzled by that. LOL.

the one about my surprise paycheck. LOL. not the picture ...

Oh, no worries. I'm glad for you. I won't be in the gutter or anything, will just need to watch our budget for a bit.

Originally Posted by Enchanted_Stevi

JTIS....

That I havent been on much because of school and work....
BUT after tomorrow I have a WHOLE week off of school and work <3 MUCH needed vaca! Then I have the week after the 4th of school and then I graduate the 18th!
Then hopefully I can make my stateboard lisence and start working ASAP! And get out of my sucky job!

Nothing really interesting has been happening...other then i started weight watchers lol

WW is a great plan that really works. Good luck!

[Enchanted_Stevi]

Originally Posted by skcin

Oh, no worries. I'm glad for you. I won't be in the gutter or anything, will just need to watch our budget for a bit.



WW is a great plan that really works. Good luck!

Thanks =) So far I've lost 3 pounds

[ButterCookie]

All the awards go to this

[Heartboy]

I swear it's hard to say anything without getting bit in the arse!