So for the first time in over 40 years: I didn't have a Bike to wake up from it's annual Winter Hibernation...
I used to start about two weeks before riding time would commence...
The bike would get it's last drink of juice from the Battery Tender
The tires would be aired- up
Engine oil would get a quick look-see
I'd start digging around the house for my riding gear

… and I wait...

When the day arrived: I wouldn't look back until Winter once again reared it's ugly head!

This year: every time a bike went by the house: I'd stop the yard chores, and wistfully watch it pass...

… and dream of past opening days...