'Tis The Season!

It is that time of year again. It is the season for... Toy Runs! We've circled the sun again and we're right back here again participating in the weekly Toy Runs that lead up to Christmas. As I sit here tonight watching the first snow of this season falling, I find myself reflecting upon the generosity in spirit, time, and possessions that so many people demonstrated at this past weekend's 16th Annual Haywood County Motorcycle Parade and Toy Run. So many folks gave of themselves through the gift of their time, the gift of their money, and the gift of their ongoing support that it is a very humbling experience again this year to be part of the event.



The planning for the ride begins usually around June of each year when we get the date set. There is a lull in activity until about August when we start gearing up the planning and committee assignments. We hit full stride around October 1st in order to bring about a successful event. The number of man hours contributed to the parade and toy run is truly impressive. The parade also brings together many people from disparate parts of our community to work together in a very successful process. Law Enforcement personnel, secretaries, clergy, school employees, and, of course, bikers from all walks of life put together the event that has quickly become recognized as one of the best in the region.

So, if I didn't get to personally express my gratitude to you, please accept my thanks now for another job well done! Maybe next year we'll cook 600 lbs. of pork!

I ran across some interesting reading today while working on the website. If you haven't been following the changes in N.C.'s Helmet Laws, you might check out the link on the CBA/ABATE website. You can find the link on the Local Links page of www.blueridgethunder.org.

I think I'll close now and go check the fresh snowfall. Have a great Holiday Season and I'll see you at Toy Run!

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