Objects Of My Affection

As my mom used to say I've "got it bad." I'm completely vespa crazy! I have had a very nice 2006 150 LX since June and I love it. I've driven it to work nearly every single day since I got it. Even when the weather is on the questionable side, I find myself dressing for the vespa. I hardly ever wear skirts anymore it seems.

I'm safe, with my leather jacket with full body armor and a serious Nolan helmet. I was very shy on the road at first, but now I'm comfortable... which worried me at first. I get a thrill out of riding, and I might have gotten a rep already as a speed demon. This isn't really me though, my favorite way to ride is safe and smooth. Every now and then I haul ass but I think it is because I am still stretching out my legs. I can feel myself becoming a better rider every day.

I'm hooked, and now I want an upgrade. I'm trading in my 150 LX for a limited edition Vintage Red GTS 250 i.e. I am very excited for the switch because not only will the bike fit me better in size and color, but I will be getting the bike that I wanted in the first place, but wasn't willing to pay for without knowing how it was going to fit into my life. Having never had a vespa/scooter/motorcycle ever before, I wasn't (and Ryan wasn't) sure how much of my enthusiasm was perhaps a passing or un-applied affection. Now that I know how much I love this, I'm going all in.

Plus, I think I might deserve it. Life has dealt me some drama lately and I'm weathering the storms pretty well I think. I've got support from my friends and family and I love being reminded of what really matters, and who my friends are. My friends are awesome, they stick by me and they love me to pieces. The feeling is mutual.

On the itunes in heavy rotation is Peter Bjorn & John with Writer's Block it fits the mood lately.