Thanks to Joe Studebaker, Greg Hendrickson, Ed and Christy Hatter

[Willow]

I had crimped one of the throttle cables which ultimately resulted in breaking the throttle sleeve.  I was stranded in Kadoka, South Dakota for an extra two nights while Mama went on to Billings.  With the coordination of Joe and the provision of Greg this afternoon Ed and Christy Hatter arrived bearing a throttle cable set and a replacement throttle sleeve and grip.  Ed and Christy provided good work in replacing the needed parts and then bought my dinner.  It's good to have friends.  Tomorrow morning I will leave to complete the trip to Billings.

The extra two days in Kadoka were interesting, well somewhat so.  At the service station next door the pumps sold only 87 octane or diesel neither of which is acceptable to Daisy Mae. 

There are folks that insist the brontosaurus and bison did not concurrently inhabit the earth.  Well outside the service station is the evidence that puts that claim to bed.



As we travel across this great land decorative art takes on varied forms.



How many know after what deer species this art was patterned?



It was nice to relax a few days in Kadoka but it will be good to leave tomorrow.

Thank you to my friends who came to the rescue.

[Rams]

Thank you to my friends who came to the rescue.

It's always nice to know folks that know you also have their back.   

Rams 

[DDT (12)]

"Thank you to my friends who came to the rescue."



Carl,

It is a great feeling, isn't it?! Our girl and her rider have been the beneficiaries of countless rescues and helpful 'assists' over the years, so we do know of what you speak! Glad things worked out for you, and I'm mighty glad our friends were there to take care of your needs! There are no words to adequately express the good feelings that flow from the unselfish, generous gifts of time and bother 'donated' by others in our behalf!

It can be a bit spooky peering into the murky, uncertain future as we contemplate long rides... It's mighty comforting to know there are those who will come to our aid, though, should the need arise... even if that aid is nothing more than an empathetic ear or solid advice. Actually coming to our location, on the other hand, provides an enormous emotional lift, but the parts and labor are even more important, of course. Thanks for sharing the story!

DDT

[Valkorado]

 
There are folks that insist the brontosaurus and bison did not concurrently inhabit the earth.  Well outside the service station is the evidence that puts that claim to bed.

Yeah but that was back when folks were still using pay phones. 

Glad the Knights came and rescued you from further stationary sightseeing.   

[Oss]

Glad it worked out

Make sure the rescuers get a slice of the pie on Wednesday

I have come up to 90 at Kadoka when I take 20 across Nebraska

But I must have missed the dinosaur and pay phone

Sorry I will miss y'all this year now

[shortleg]

   The most valuable thing it seems God gives us is time. When given to another it becomes even more valuable.