Killing Time

I'm killing time here in Lawton, Oklahoma waiting for Jimmy's weigh-in at 6:00. He was still about a pound over this morning so he might have to sweat out a little this afternoon. Shouldn't be too hard, they're talking a high today of 107. It was about the same yesterday and the weatherman is looking for the same tomorrow. He fights at about 10:00 PM, so it should be cooled down to about 80 by then. He's fighting outside, so let's hope there's a little breeze.

The flight out of Chicago to Oklahoma City went well. They checked my bag out at security. I think it was the little travel clock that did it. It's a little unusual, probably not what they see every day. The casino sent a car to pick us up from the Will Roger's airport. The driver filled us in on some local history and what have you on the drive - made for a nice trip. The speed limit on the turnpike is 75 and if you have a Pikepass, you can shoot around the toll both at 75 as well. Never saw a sign that said Ramp 75 before.

I walked down to the Harley dealer just down the road from the motel this morning. I haven't been in a Harley dealer for awhile. Basically a few Sportster models and big inch stuff in the show room and lots and lots of clothing and accessories so you can live the biker lifestyle you've always aspired to. 25 large for the one Electra Glide I looked at. While not out of line for a top of the line touring rig, I'm afraid that would put a dent in my lifestyle. If I have to choose between a big ticket item like that and working a few more years, that's a no brainer for me. I need to call it quits.

There's a museum of Comanche history here I'd like to visit. Maybe in the morning I can get a chance to get over there. The casino said to give them a call if we need a ride someplace and they'd take care of us. Jimmy's wife drove down, so I could borrow her car also.

I sketched out some drawings for my lifting cradle this morning. I think I've got the details pretty well worked out. I'll see if I can't get going on that a little next week. Nice to have a little down time.

Keep the home fires burning, Baby. Be home soon.