Godlover Posted April 7, 2014 Share #1 Posted April 7, 2014 I think I've been hanging around this forum for a little over 10 years and have loved every minute. The people here are awesome, caring, and have become like family in many ways...good ways! I wonder how much money I have saved over the years by not having to take my bikes to a dealer? There were times when a member would call me and walk me through a problem with one of my bikes or to give me advice. For those moments I am deeply appreciative. I have kept my membership even when I haven't owned a Royal Star and continue to visit the forum several times a week. However, with my subscription ending I have decided not to renew at this time. There is always a good chance I will be back when I purchase another Royal Star - and another Royal Star - and another. For those who know me, and tease me - I purchase and sell vehicles just for the fun of it. My current ride is an 08 Road Star that has been my favorite bike thus far.. Anyway - you are some of the best people I have met in my 62 years on this earth. I wish you God-speed and if you are ever crossing I-80 near Des Moines - I live in Newton, - be sure to give me a call. Thanks again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
etcswjoe Posted April 7, 2014 Share #2 Posted April 7, 2014 Hate to see you go but wish you the best and God Bless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N3FOL Posted April 7, 2014 Share #3 Posted April 7, 2014 Take care and hope to see you back here someday. Regards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonslayer Posted April 7, 2014 Share #4 Posted April 7, 2014 I think I've been hanging around this forum for a little over 10 years and have loved every minute. The people here are awesome, caring, and have become like family in many ways...good ways! I wonder how much money I have saved over the years by not having to take my bikes to a dealer? There were times when a member would call me and walk me through a problem with one of my bikes or to give me advice. For those moments I am deeply appreciative. I have kept my membership even when I haven't owned a Royal Star and continue to visit the forum several times a week. However, with my subscription ending I have decided not to renew at this time. There is always a good chance I will be back when I purchase another Royal Star - and another Royal Star - and another. For those who know me, and tease me - I purchase and sell vehicles just for the fun of it. My current ride is an 08 Road Star that has been my favorite bike thus far.. Anyway - you are some of the best people I have met in my 62 years on this earth. I wish you God-speed and if you are ever crossing I-80 near Des Moines - I live in Newton, - be sure to give me a call. Thanks again! Then why leave? it's only $12.00 per year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Haywood Posted April 7, 2014 Share #5 Posted April 7, 2014 Then why leave? it's only $12.00 per year My thoughts also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongobobny Posted April 7, 2014 Share #6 Posted April 7, 2014 Yea Mark, stick around, I for one always enjoy your posts! You know darn well this isn't a website, it's a family, and families stick together through thick and thin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godlover Posted April 7, 2014 Author Share #7 Posted April 7, 2014 My thoughts also. I thought about that as well and $12 is some of the best money a person can spend and I'm blessed and can certainly afford it. What leans me towards not renewing is at some point I need to find ways to cut back on much of my social media time. As a pastor I find people expect me to respond via social media instead of phone calls, or even emails today. I have 703 Facebook friends and only have time to quickly scan Facebook. I would close my Facebook account but as I mentioned - this is how many of my people communicate - and there is an expectation. I had a gal mad at me last week because on my day off she emailed me in the morning and I didn't respond to her immediately. It is the world of instant communication and expectation of immediate responses. Anyway - it is a time issue. However, you have me thinking and I might click the button and renew but spend less time on the forum. I'll need to check to see if we had a good offering yesterday too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyinfool Posted April 7, 2014 Share #8 Posted April 7, 2014 You know you really can not leave, You will be back, everyone comes back. Where else can you get this level of harassment from people that care? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddy Posted April 7, 2014 Share #9 Posted April 7, 2014 You leaving again You stated you been hanging around here little over ten yrs? venturerider not even ten yrs old yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyR Posted April 7, 2014 Share #10 Posted April 7, 2014 See you when you come back this way Mark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skid Posted April 7, 2014 Share #11 Posted April 7, 2014 Hate to see you leave but it is something that only you can decide. As long as you are still riding a motorcycle I hope to see you sometime in the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godlover Posted April 7, 2014 Author Share #12 Posted April 7, 2014 You leaving again You stated you been hanging around here little over ten yrs? venturerider not even ten yrs old yet Really --- hmmm -- I got my first Venture 10 years ago and I thought I joined them...I'm getting old! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carbon_One Posted April 7, 2014 Share #13 Posted April 7, 2014 Really --- hmmm -- I got my first Venture 10 years ago and I thought I joined them...I'm getting old! I think you're right on the time line for this site. I signed up here in May 05 when I bought my 05 new that year and I believe the site was up & running sometime in 04. Thou there was a site crash a couple years ago and was back up & running again in short time. Yep time sure has a way of steadily moving along don't it. Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddy Posted April 7, 2014 Share #14 Posted April 7, 2014 Really --- hmmm -- I got my first Venture 10 years ago and I thought I joined them...I'm getting old! Mark you know me I gotta pick on you some times I joined the venturerider in July 2005 not to long after Larry & Joyce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eusa1 Posted April 7, 2014 Share #15 Posted April 7, 2014 Ok mark, i will pass the hubcap around if ya want? I am the biggest offender of teasing you about a new ride or bike or truck or trailer or ect.... I would hate to see ya go! Mike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tx2sturgis Posted April 7, 2014 Share #16 Posted April 7, 2014 Get those 703 FB friends on here! You could stay, Don would be happy, and Mark Zuckerberg wont miss ANY of you! Around here...one lost member is quite noticeable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godlover Posted April 8, 2014 Author Share #17 Posted April 8, 2014 Wow - I was just saying a nice goodbye but you have convinced me to hang around and rejoin. If I am not here as much I won't get teased by Mike! You are a great group as this is the best forum I have belonged too. Thanks for all your positive comments. I have been eyeing an 03 Venture about 30 miles from here. It has less than 20,000 miles and he wants 7000. I tried to get him to trade for the 09 Road Star I bought to sell - but he wasn't interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eusa1 Posted April 8, 2014 Share #18 Posted April 8, 2014 Take a picture of it before ya get home and trade it on something else!! Them 03 models are the fastest! Ya want that hub cap for next sundays service?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrycuda Posted April 8, 2014 Share #19 Posted April 8, 2014 Take a picture of it before ya get home and trade it on something else!! Them 03 models are the fastest! Ya want that hub cap for next sundays service?? I agree. And they have the best looking riders too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aimhigh Posted April 8, 2014 Share #20 Posted April 8, 2014 You can check out anytime you like...but you can never leave! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camos Posted April 8, 2014 Share #21 Posted April 8, 2014 You can check out anytime you like...but you can never leave! Hah!!! That was my first thought but since you already said it, I'm going to x 2 it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill in mn Posted April 8, 2014 Share #22 Posted April 8, 2014 We need a pastor for the group too. I for one like your user name , has a great ring to it. Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godlover Posted April 8, 2014 Author Share #23 Posted April 8, 2014 We need a pastor for the group too. I for one like your user name , has a great ring to it. Bill Thanks ---- Sometimes I think this group needs a legion of pastors!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyinfool Posted April 8, 2014 Share #24 Posted April 8, 2014 Glad you are staying, and that you have seen the light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue mtn. jim Posted April 8, 2014 Share #25 Posted April 8, 2014 I think I've been hanging around this forum for a little over 10 years and have loved every minute. The people here are awesome, caring, and have become like family in many ways...good ways! I wonder how much money I have saved over the years by not having to take my bikes to a dealer? There were times when a member would call me and walk me through a problem with one of my bikes or to give me advice. For those moments I am deeply appreciative. I have kept my membership even when I haven't owned a Royal Star and continue to visit the forum several times a week. However, with my subscription ending I have decided not to renew at this time. There is always a good chance I will be back when I purchase another Royal Star - and another Royal Star - and another. For those who know me, and tease me - I purchase and sell vehicles just for the fun of it. My current ride is an 08 Road Star that has been my favorite bike thus far.. Anyway - you are some of the best people I have met in my 62 years on this earth. I wish you God-speed and if you are ever crossing I-80 near Des Moines - I live in Newton, - be sure to give me a call. Thanks again! I also have my wagon loaded serving the LORD, but a pastor's wife once told me and I never forgot it. Do not let your heavenly aspirations over run your earthly obligations. And it always seems that a pastor's family suffers the most, mostly the Shepard. We have a on time GOD, but we will never always be a on time human. GOD bless, your brother in CHRIST Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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