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Old Mar 24, 2009 | 02:52 PM
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My kids (7and9) are on Spring break and they don't fit in the saddlebags anymore. I want to go out and play and all they want to do is argue with me and each other. They are too old to bring any profit on ebay and too young to kick out. I come to the forum for sanity in my time of need.
I have now stripped the scoot down to the frame and polished everything and reinstalled. I am on my seventh coat of wax while hiding out in the garage.
Ever seen the shining? I think you get the picture!

For all you bleeding hearts, I am just kidding.
 
Old Mar 24, 2009 | 03:01 PM
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That's why they make those bungie cargo nets.

Or you could tie a pork chop around their necks and let the dog watch them.
 
Old Mar 24, 2009 | 03:05 PM
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If you think Spring Breaks bad...wait til summer break...lol
 
Old Mar 24, 2009 | 04:58 PM
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summer we subcontract out to the sis-in-law and the lady thinks I work till 6 or 8. I am able to log 200 miles a night after work in the summer.

I am still recovering from christmas break, that was two weeks and extended a third week due to cold temps.

If anyone is in the market I have two healthy caucasion children going for a reasonable price. If you act now I will throw in a dog too.
 
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summer we subcontract out to the sis-in-law and the lady thinks I work till 6 or 8. I am able to log 200 miles a night after work in the summer.

I am still recovering from christmas break, that was two weeks and extended a third week due to cold temps.

If anyone is in the market I have two healthy caucasion children going for a reasonable price. If you act now I will throw in a dog too.
good stuff...lmao
 
Old Mar 24, 2009 | 05:06 PM
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i'd toss in the old lady but i don't think anyone is foolish enough to fall for that!

can you say "deal breaker?"
 
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hell I've been trying to unload mine all winter...still no takers... not even a nibble
 
Old Mar 24, 2009 | 06:13 PM
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i'd toss in the old lady but i don't think anyone is foolish enough to fall for that!

can you say "deal breaker?"
Now I'm L MY AO.
 
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You should of had puppies, you can take them to the pound...: )
 
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I suggest a Swedish Nanny (she is one according to the blurb!), she looks after the kids, you get to look at her and ride your bike. I must add I can't take responsibility for what you wife will say thou!!!
 
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