Gold Wing Road Riders Association, GWRRA, SOUTHEAST REGION "A" ALABAMA CHAPTER "N", GADSDEN, AL.  "FRIENDS FOR FUN, SAFETY AND KNOWLEDGE"  MONTHLY MEETINGS: FIRST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH. EAT AT 5:00 PM. MEETING AT 6:00 PM AT WESTERN SIZZLIN . Wednesday Breakfast Meeting 8:30 am every Wednesday (regardless of weather). Poor House Restaurant - 12th & Meighan (Old America Center) Gadsden. Ride after Breakfast - weather permitting, but meet for breakfast regardless of weather. Click HERE for details.                                                             

Coosa Valley Wings Message Board

1-12-07 

Saturday January 13, 2007 is our monthly Chapter Gathering.  Meet at Western Sizzlin 5:00 PM to eat and 6:00 PM to meet.

SINCE THIS IS THE FIRST CHAPTER MEETING OF THE NEW YEAR, IT’S IMPORTANT THAT EVERY PARTICIPANT THAT POSSIBLY CAN BE IN ATTENDANCE.  YOU NEED TO KNOW WHAT’S GOING ON IN YOUR CHAPTER, SO PLEASE MAKE PLANS TO BE THERE.    VERY FEW RESPONDED TO THE QUESTIONNAIRE DAVID SENT OUT IN NOVEMBER.  IF HE DOESN’T KNOW WHAT THE MAJORITY EXPECTS THE CHAPTER TO BE AND WHAT YOU WANT TO DO, HOW CAN THE CHAPTER FUNCTION TO YOUR SATISFACTION?    THAT’S WHY IT’S SO IMPORTANT TO BE AT THE GATHERING SATURDAY EVENING. 

10-31-06 The fall colors are about to peak, the weather forecast is for sunny skies with a cool start on Saturday morning, but at last it’s time for our Fall Colors Ride to the Great Smokey Mountain area.  Those in the Gadsden area will depart Kangaroo at 7 AM on Saturday 11-04-06.  Those closer to Snead will depart from the Snead Chevron at 6:45 AM, and both groups will meet at the Fort Payne Cracker Barrel for breakfast at 8 AM.  If it’s closer for some of you to go directly to the Fort Payne Cracker Barrel, be there at 8 AM.  Harold has scenic routes planned going up and coming back on Sunday, so be sure to bring your cameras with lots of film.  Plans are to arrive in Pigeon Forge about 4 PM, check in, then plan dinner and a ride to Gatlinburg according to the desires of the group.     If you have any questions about the ride, please call or e-mail Harold Emery.    Have a great ride and be safe. Wayne Gargus

10-12-2006 

10-12-2006: Larry called yesterday while I was at the funeral and said he has sold the trike.  Liz talked to him so I don’t know if it was someone who saw it on the interned or someone local.  The last e-mail I had from him stated he was getting lots of bites from both.  Thanks for your assistance.    Wayne Gargus

10-9-2006:

11-29-2004: 

11-1-2004: 

10-29-2004 Kerry - 
Your news letter looks great. Good job! I got your message last night, but haven't completed our letter yet, but I'll let you know. Thanks Linda (Moseley Chapter Y Newsletter Editor)

10-28-2004 Wayne:  

10-18-04 Kerry,
attached is the picture I took at  the closing Ceremonies at Biloxi. It
is a quick snapshot I took when I saw someone else taking a Picture.
Every one is looking at the other Photographer. Maybe you can add it to
your scrapbook. Congratulations on your Award you deserve it.

Sincerely,

Ron & Susan Larsen
Ga. GWRRA
Assistant District Directors

Photo Left to Right: Sr. National Directors: Jim and Margie Hodge, Kerry and Joyce Wilson, Co-Founder Shirley Garcia, Region A Directors, Larry and Patty Lingo. 10/16/2004 Mississippi District Rally, Presentation of Presidents Award to Kerry Wilson For Outstanding Accomplishment in Recruiting, Nominated by Jim Hodge, from GWRRA President Mike Wright.

10-18-04 Sounds great - enjoy!  James and Charlene
10-18-04 

10-18-04 Kerry & Joyce, you have 2 very lovely daughters.  Congratulations on adding another handsome son-in-law to your family.  Thanks also for the pictures.  How did we ever survive without computers and all the technology we have today.  It’s great.   Wayne & Liz

10-18-04 Re: President's Award. Congrats Kerry & Joyce!! Good looking picture! Jeff Barber
10-6-04 

8-8-04 Mr. Don Dixon, former Chapter Director of Chapter W, Scottsboro, passed away Sunday Morning, after attending Chapter N's Gathering on 8-7-04. We wish to extend our sympathies to Marian. Visitation is 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M., Tuesday, August 10, at Ruters Funeral Home, S. Broad Street, Scottsboro. Chapter N is meeting at 4:15 P.M. at Cowboys I-59/Hwy77, Attalla, and at 5:00 Albertville, K-Mart for the ride to visitation.  We are riding motorcycles to the visitation. Dress will be: Light Blue Chapter N Dress Shirts, and Chapter Vest's.

7-23-04: 

7-23-04: FYI - Joey Brashears mom died Wednesday afternoon. We are so sorry to hear this sad news. May God bless mom and the entire family during these trying  times. Love,  Ray & Cindy

7-15-04: We along with Harold & Shari, John & Sandra and possibly Kerry & Joyce; are planning to go to the Kentucky District Rally in August. We would be leaving on Friday morning, August 27th and coming home on Sunday August 29th. Right now the plans are to leave Cowboy's at 6:30 am and meet the others in Snead at 7:00 on Friday morning. You would need to have your belly and gas tanks full and be ready to ride. We are sending out this email because the rally registrations have to be in before our next meeting. If anyone else is interested in the ride or if you know of someone who would be, please get in touch with Harold or Rick and let us know.
Attached to this email is the registration form. It is in *.pdf format, you would need Adobe Reader to open the file.

Hope to see you soon,
Rick & Laura Brothers
AL-N Rider Educators

6-10-04 

6-3-04: Hey Kerry, Thank you and Laura's article was very good.. Bill and Dian are doing very well and they should be at N Funday. We'll see you then, Donnie

4-2-04: Breaking News! Dateline: Madison, AL April 2, 2004 10:00 A.M. Chapter N's Couple of the Year, Rick and Laura Brothers competed in the GWRRA Region "A" Alabama District Rally's Couple of the Year Couple of the Year Competition, and won First Place. They will go on to compete at the Region "A" District Rally in Hellen, GA on September 9th - 11th. If they win that competition, they will compete at the GWRRA International Couple of the Year competition at the Wing Ding in Fort Wayne, IN July 5th - 9th, 2005.

2-19-04: Thanks for the information. Outstanding is all I can say, oh and thank you for what you are and have been doing for your chapter, the district, the region, and GWRRA. Keep up the excellent job and help spread the feeling among your chapter members. That would be great if Josh won this years awards.
Thanks again for the notice and we will see you in Madison. Danny Daniel                                                                           Way to go Kerry.   Keep up the good work.    Wayne 

2-19-04: Dear Danny, (Danny Daniel, Alabama GWRRA R&R Director) I thought I'd share with you: I recruited my 101st member today. It's not official yet, but I should qualify as a new inductee into the Hall of Fame. Actually, we will have 10 new members today, giving me a total of 102, and my son-in-law will recruit his first 2 members. We have started recruiting members in Josh Dodd's name and number (16815-4), now and I will try to help him become a Hall of Fame member also. Maybe he can be recognized in Helen, GA also in September. (He actually has put a lot of effort into helping me recruit members. He shares my excitement!) Phoenix, is a little behind in processing memberships, but I should be able to confirm my induction in a few weeks. I just wanted to let you be one of the first to know. Sincerely, Kerry Wilson 168115

1-30-04: Betty just called, They move Gary Fuller to room 718 in Riverview. Gary Fuller has been moved from cru to room 711 Riverview Hospital. My test yesterday shows I am back sending e-mail so I hope everyone gets this Gary update. Dewey Gary Fuller is in Riverview Hospital in Gadsden, in the Intensive Care Unit. They ran a test on him today and believe he has a bleeding ulcer and hopefully will not have to go onto kidney dialysis.  Keep him in your prayers.  Dewey and Alice

1-29-04: Thanks Kerry. Please add Chapter T's fun day to your list of things to do on April 17th 10-2.I found the page about the VIN numbers interesting.  We may modify that to create unique numbers for some of our software here at work. Darin

1-28-04: Kerry, GREAT JOB on the Newsletter.   Thanks     Wayne (regarding the online newsletter: http://www.kerrywilson.com/feb2004.htm) 

1-1-04 Kerry reports that he rode 12,500 miles in the year 2003. Please email mailto:kwilson@kerrywilson.com and report the number of miles you rode in 2003. Josh reports that he rode 5,000 miles in 2003. Harold and Shari rode 10,000 miles in 2003. John Irwin rode 35,000 in 2003.

8-25-03 This Web page has some good information about motorcycle riding and other stuff It  has information that every one needs to know. John Irwin http://www.msgroup.org/DISCUSS.asp

7-22-03 In the death of Butch's Mom: Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the flowers, cards, and calls. Most of all your love and attendance at the funeral home. Love to all. Butch & Dianne We wanted to let you know that Butch Harris's mother has passed away.  Visitation was Sunday, July 13, 6:00 pm at Albertville Memorial Funeral Home.

3-20-03 - From Terry C.

Terry, This is Great! Beth Chapman spoke at Cross Point Community Church Sunday March 16, at a Rally that our church held for Judge Roy Moore. Mrs. Chapman delivered this speech at the Judge Moore Rally. I understand that she has over 800 requests across the country to make a personal appearance and to deliver this speech. Thanks for the email Terry. I posted this on the web site, so every one can read and appreciate it. - Kerry W.

A Good Speech
This is outstanding. This lady tells it like it is.
Last week, the Shelby County Alabama Legislative Delegation hosted a
"Stand Up for America Rally." More than 1,200 people attended including
featured speakers Chief Justice Roy Moore, Adjutant General Mark Bowen
and Alabama State Auditor Beth Chapman.
Attached is a copy of Mrs. Chapman's speech, which resulted in five
standing ovations, tremendous applause and an encore. It's a short read
and well worth it.

I hope you enjoy it as we continue to "Stand up for America!"

Stand Up for America Rally Speech By: Beth Chapman

I'm here tonight because men and women of the United States military
have given their lives for my freedom. I am not here tonight because
Sheryl Crowe, Rosie O'Donnell, Martin Sheen, George Cooney, Jane Fonda
or Phil Donahue, sacrificed their lives for me.

If my memory serves me correctly, it was not movie stars or musicians,
but the United States Military who fought on the shores of Iwo Jima,
the jungles of Vietnam, and the beaches of Normandy. Tonight, I say we
should support the President of the United States and the U.S. Military
and tell the liberal, tree-hugging, Birkenstock-wearing, hippy,
tie-dyed liberals to go make their movies and music and whine somewhere
else.

After all, if they lived in Iraq, they wouldn't be allowed the freedom
of speech they're being given here today. Ironically, they would be put
to death at the hands of Sadam Husssein or Osama Bin Laden. I want to
know how the very people who are against war because of the loss of
life, can possibly be the same people who are for abortion?

They are the same people who are for animal rights but against the
rights of the unborn. The movie stars say they want to go to Iraq and
serve as "human shields" for the Iraqis. I say let them buy a one-way
ticket and go.

No one likes war. I hate war! But the one thing I hate more is the fact
that this country has been forced into war-innocent people have lost
their lives - - and there but for the grace of God, it could have been
my brother, my husband, or even worse my own son.

On December 7, 1941, there are no records of movie stars treading the
blazing waters of Pearl Harbor.

On September 11, 2001; there are no photos of movie stars standing as
"human shields" against the debris and falling bodies ascending from
the World Trade Center. There were only policemen and firemen -
-underpaid civil servants who gave their all with nothing expected in
return.

When the USS Cole was bombed, there were no movie stars guarding the
ship - - where were the human shields then?

If America's movie stars want to be human shields, let them shield the
gang-ridden streets of Los Angeles, or New York City, let them shield
the lives of the children of North Birmingham whose mothers lay them
down to sleep on the floor each night to shelter them from stray
bullets.

If they want to be human shields, I say let them shield the men and
women of honesty and integrity that epitomizes courage and embody the
spirit of freedom by wearing the proud uniforms of the United States
Military. Those are the people who have earned and deserve shielding!

Throughout the course of history, this country has remained free, not
because of movie stars and liberal activists, but because of brave men
and women who hated war too. However, they lay down their lives so that
we all may live in freedom. After all - "What greater love hath no man,
that he lay down his life for his friend," or in this case a country.

We should give our military honor and acknowledgement and not let their
lives be in vain. If you want to see true human shields, walk through
Arlington Cemetery. There lie human shields, heroes, and the BRAVE
Americans who didn't get on television and talk about being a human
shield - they were human shields.

I thank God tonight for freedom - - those who bought and paid for it
with their lives in the past - - those who will protect it in the
present and defend it in the future.

America has remained silent too long! God-fearing people have remained
silent too long!

We must lift our voices united in a humble prayer to God for guidance
and the strength and courage to sustain us throughout whatever the
future may hold.

After the tragic events of Sept. 11th, my then eleven -year-old son
said terrorism is a war against them and us and if you're not one of
us, then you're one of them.

So in closing tonight, let us be of one accord, let us stand proud, and
let us be the human shields of prayer, encouragement and support for
the President, our troops and their families and our country.

May God bless America, the land of the free, the home of the brave and
the greatest country on the face of this earth!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
SUPPORT OUR TROOPS &
GOD BLESS AMERICA........!

3-19-03: The following press release was forwarded to the media today by the American Motorcyclist Association, announcing the affiliation and alignment of the two organizations.
We are also pleased to announce that AMA has been approved by GWRRA as a Platinum Partner, further solidifying the relationship of our Associations.
AMA NAMES GWRRA FIRST ROAD-RIDING AFFILIATE
PICKERINGTON, OHIO -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has announced that the Gold Wing Road Riders Association (GWRRA) has been
named the AMA's first Road-Riding Affiliate.
The AMA grants Road-Riding Affiliate status to effective and credible road-riding organizations that complement the AMA's mission to pursue,
promote and protect the interests of motorcyclists.
The alliance means that the AMA, with more than 250,000 members, and GWRRA, a national enthusiast organization of 85,000 riders around the world, will join together to serve the interests of street-riding motorcyclists. As part of its affiliation with the AMA, the GWRRA also agrees to promote AMA membership among its members and other riders who attend GWRRA events.
GWRRA full members are Honda Gold Wing or Honda Valkyrie riders, though owners of other motorcycles may join as associate members. Founded in 1977, the GWRRA has grown to its current size by remaining dedicated to its motto: "Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge."
"In the motorcycling community, there's no better example of a grass-roots enthusiast group than the GWRRA," said Gary Sweet, AMA Vice President of Membership and Marketing. "Having the strength of their numbers behind us only makes the AMA stronger and better able to fulfill the mission of protecting the interests of motorcyclists."
"The Gold Wing Road Riders Association has long supported the efforts and agenda of the AMA in its never-ending quest to protect the rights and freedoms of those who enjoy the sport of motorcycling," said Mike Wright, GWRRA President. "As an AMA Road-Riding Affiliate, we look forward to a partnership that will further strengthen the determination of all motorcyclists to defend their right to freedom of travel, both on and off the roads of America."
Two major GWRRA events will also carry the AMA logo. The 25th annual Wing Ding, the GWRRA's largest rally, will be an AMA affiliate event this year. The 2003 Wing Ding is scheduled for July 1-4 in Madison, Wisconsin.
The 4th Annual ANPAC Motorcycle Jubilee, scheduled for August 29-31 in Springfield, Missouri, has been designated the AMA South Central Regional Road Riding Convention for the second year.
For more information about the GWRRA, visit www.gwrra.org. To learn more about the AMA, visit www.AMADirectlink.com.
The American Motorcyclist Association, founded in 1924, is a non-profit organization with more than 250,000 members. The Association's purpose is to pursue, protect and promote the interests of motorcyclists, while serving the needs of its members. For more information, visit the AMA
website at www.AMADirectlink.com, or call 1-800-AMA-JOIN.
With pride and anticipation for the future.
Cordially,
Mike Wright
President
Gold Wing Road Riders Association

3-12-03 Kerry, got a friend who has a 1981 1100 Honda Goldwing with 35000 miles on it he is asking 2300.00 his number is 256 582 0598. please run in classified ads. thanks, ray coffen

2-28-03 Sorry we can't come again. Going to Atlanta to pick up Glenn's new motorcycle and not sure when we will be back. There a slight chance we will be back in time. LOVE THE NEW CYCLE. Please let everyone know the BMW is for sale. Jim.

2-21-03 Way to go Kerry.  Look out Dewey.  He's after your job.   Ha ha   Liz is doing great.  She's back in a regular room as of noon today and barking orders to our kids and me already.  Hopefully she will get to come home this weekend.   Wayne

2-19-03 Hi folks.   [Liz's surgery] was today.  She was only in the operating room about 2 ½ hours.  They did 3 by-passes and she came through it very well according to her surgeon.  However, after being in ICU for about 2 hours, she was bleeding from the chest tube and after they called the Dr. he came in and had to go back in to stop the bleeding.  One by-pass connection at the top of the heart was leaking due in part to her blood being so thin.  It only took one more stitch to stop the bleeding, and when we left her about 9 PM this evening, she was trying to wake up.  We can’t see her again until 8:30 in the morning, so by that time she should be fully awake.  The Dr. said all her vitals were very strong and she should go back to a regular room by tomorrow.  Prayer still works, so please continue to keep us all in your thoughts and prayers.     Wayne

2-19-03: Hello Kerry,
  Would it be possible to add a link to your web page for our chapter also? I just started our page and wanted to spread the word down here in Birmingham. The URL is as follows: http://hometown.aol.com/gldwngfree/page1.html
  Thanks in advance.  Mike Freeman Gold Wing Road Riders Association   Chapter Director/Newsletter Editor/Webmaster
Chapter ALV Alabama Trike SIG Rep. Birmingham, Alabama

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2/3/2003 : Ray and I would personally like to thank every chapter member for your support of The Ogden House!!!May God Bless you all!!!

1/12/2003 We have been to several fun days, but never to another meeting, it is pretty interesting. I hope we can attend more in future. Come See Us! Sabrina & Jimmy

Kerry, You could have bad film.  Lets attempt one more time before we use tooth picks.

Harold: I've been pretty busy the last few days. I haven't posted the photos to the web site from the Awards meeting. I'll do it in a few days. I have reviewed them already. Guess what? I just can't get you with your eyes open. They're closed again....

1/3/2003 The web site looks great. I enjoyed looking around at the different pages.  Regards John

12/20/2002 Not fair taking a man's picture when he is taking a nap.

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