In regards to the loud motorcycle complaints, I would like to add my two bits worth. While some people have nothing better to do than complain, I quite enjoy the sounds of a Harley (out for an enjoyable ride), the lawnmower next door (keeping his lawn nice and tidy while not being allowed to use weed killer), the magpies that wake me at the crack of dawn (earlier than the bylaw-permitted hour), the trains and semis all hours of the day and night (may I remind you they provide us with food and other supplies), the crackling of a campfire in a contained enclosure (that my grand-children and neighbors so miss gathering around).
If I wanted to complain, I suppose I would complain how council feels that backyard campfires/cookouts are not okay because of people with asthma issues. However, if I pay 20 bucks, they no longer care about the asthma issue. Or what about the time wasted on surveys and votes for or against water meters... sorry, but I thought they were voted against? But I wouldn't complain about the kids that still prefer outdoor activities such as skate boarding, instead of sitting plunked in front of their computer or cell phone, not having a clue how to socialize with actual human beings. But hey, I'm not here to complain.
May I remind these people who complain about us riders, that we come in all ages, and most use more safety than the people who don't see us on the highways (at least they hear us). Every year, Harley Davidson sponsors a poker run (MDA Run) in most larger cities in B.C. so that we riders can help raise millions for this cause.
And, if you haven't noticed, when you see hundreds of riders of all ages and sizes “roar” through your neighborhoods every September, note that there are one or two toys on the back of each bike. This “toy run” takes place in all major cities across Canada to gather toys for the less fortunate children, so you can envision how many toys we donate each and every year!
The sounds of everyday life are here to stay. There are better ways to waste your time... like going for a relaxing ride!
PS: I'm not a “wanna-be,” I just enjoy a nice ride.
CECI TOLMAN
Kamloops
