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Title: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Lannis on July 20, 2019, 03:36:22 PM
I know some of the screen-name/real-name associations, but not "Jimmy".   Page?  Hoffa? Crack Corn?  It's only been 10 minutes ...

Lannis
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: yogidozer on July 20, 2019, 04:09:52 PM
Many of us don't use our true name.
It doesn't sound good, so why not just leave it alone.
If you did know him, you wouldn't need to be asking.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: bad Chad on July 20, 2019, 04:23:30 PM
I’m confused, is Jimmy, Dusty?
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: yogidozer on July 20, 2019, 04:28:36 PM
I don't know, sure hope not. It is a confusing thread. I always thought Dusty was Dusty
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Lannis on July 20, 2019, 04:47:00 PM
Many of us don't use our true name.
It doesn't sound good, so why not just leave it alone.
If you did know him, you wouldn't need to be asking.

"Just hush up and don't ask" is never a very satisfying suggestion.  Especially when the situation has been posted on list like this with thousands of readers all over the world.

As far as using one's true name, I try to not follow the evil examples of history.

'I have not seen these tokens before,' said Aragorn. 'What do they mean?' 'S is for Sauron,' said Gimli. 'That is easy to read.' 'Nay!' said Legolas. 'Sauron does not use the Elf-runes.' 'Neither does he use his right name, nor permit it to be spelt or spoken,' said Aragorn.

That's why I use my real name, so someone won't mistakenly think that I'm a malevolent evil spirit bent on world conquest.  Speaking of which, I see that FaceBook is mentioned in the OP, which is always a sign of some sort of trouble coming.

Lannis
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: DougG on July 20, 2019, 05:31:28 PM
Dusty,

If I under stand this correctly, you are taking your leave from this forum.  If this true...thank you for your time and talents.  You will be missed.

Be well,
DougG
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: fotoguzzi on July 20, 2019, 05:33:21 PM
, I try to not follow the evil examples of history.

'I have not seen these tokens before,' said Aragorn. 'What do they mean?' 'S is for Sauron,' said Gimli. 'That is easy to read.' 'Nay!' said Legolas. 'Sauron does not use the Elf-runes.' 'Neither does he use his right name, nor permit it to be spelt or spoken,' said Aragorn.


Fake news! That's not history it's fiction.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Lannis on July 20, 2019, 05:38:44 PM
Fake news! That's not history it's fiction.

Say it ain't so!   :sad:
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: wrbix on July 20, 2019, 05:45:34 PM
No One to Run With, Dickie Betts of Allman Brothers fame.

...therein lies the answer to the mystery.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Moto on July 20, 2019, 05:48:40 PM
Dusty,

You've been the mainstay of this forum for a while. I'll miss your many contributions. I hope things hold together.

Good luck to you.

Moto/John Logan
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Tom H on July 20, 2019, 05:57:58 PM
I wish you and yours the best. Come back again now ya hear.

Thank you for your help here :bow: :thumb:
Tom
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: adaven on July 20, 2019, 06:11:37 PM
You are a true voice of kindness and reason. An old world gentleman of the type I don't meet anymore. All the best.
Peace
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Dave Swanson on July 20, 2019, 06:20:26 PM
Dusty, you performed the thankless job of watching over this forum in a fine manner!  I will miss your level head keeping us in line.  Thanks a million!  I will miss you.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Huzo on July 20, 2019, 06:31:32 PM
Wow, what a shock !
I cannot conceive of how anyone could do your task any better than you have.
I’ll miss the whacks around my ears on PM.
Peter.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Sheepdog on July 20, 2019, 06:51:58 PM
It won't be the same without you, Dusty. My best to you and good luck with future endeavors.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: LowRyter on July 20, 2019, 06:53:29 PM
WTH?
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: pete roper on July 20, 2019, 07:28:03 PM
Look after yerself first and foremost my friend. This place can look after itself with the help of Mike and Luap. Get better soon. :thumb:
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: jwinwi on July 20, 2019, 07:41:06 PM
Dusty,
Thank you for all you've done for WG :thumb:
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: canuck750 on July 20, 2019, 07:41:22 PM
I am truly going to miss you!

Your leadership, calm hand and wit is going to be dearly missed,

Please come back :cry:
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: cliffrod on July 20, 2019, 07:54:34 PM
Take care, Dusty.  Thank you for your direct guidance in the short time I was here.  It was much appreciated. 

Whatever is best for you is what needs to happen.  Life is too short for anything else.  Ride safe.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: bad Chad on July 20, 2019, 07:58:07 PM
Thumbs up brother.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: LowRyter on July 20, 2019, 07:58:48 PM
Take the space you need man.  Hope to see you down the road.

You've got my number......best to you.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Lumpy Idle on July 20, 2019, 07:59:29 PM
yipes. balance in the universe has just been thrown off kilter.
best wishes dustmeister.
ry
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: John A on July 20, 2019, 08:04:33 PM
You just tell 'em  "hell, I been fired from better jobs than this!"
Ive enjoyed the way you've kept us on the straight and narrow so don't completely disappear my friend
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Gliderjohn on July 20, 2019, 08:15:49 PM
Your earned two week vacation? Come back soon.
GliderJohn
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Muzz on July 20, 2019, 08:20:43 PM
I am truly going to miss you!

Your leadership, calm hand and wit is going to be dearly missed,

Please come back :cry:

I can't say it better than this.

A personal thanks from me Dusty.  I hope that you can get through your troubles quickly.  Will miss those pm's, but do feel free to continue as we follow the fortunes of the Thunder.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: vstevens on July 20, 2019, 08:24:26 PM
Dusty,
Thanks for building and maintaining this wonderful community of motorcycle enthusiasts.  For the last few years, It's been a refuge from the constant barrage of social media crap found in other places. 
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: John A on July 20, 2019, 08:44:55 PM
No One to Run With, Dickie Betts of Allman Brothers fame.

...therein lies the answer to the mystery.


Yep, I liked that
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Turin on July 20, 2019, 08:50:11 PM
May the road rise to meet you, and I wish you a speedy return.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Pizza Guzzi on July 20, 2019, 08:50:59 PM
Best wishes Dusty, I think we will all miss your steady hand on the helm.
May you overcome the obstacles in your path and find peace. Travel safely always.

Glenn
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Ncdan on July 20, 2019, 08:57:39 PM
Dusty, like you said in our phone conversation a few days ago, do it the  Indian way:) God speed my friend.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: tazio on July 20, 2019, 09:10:55 PM
It's gonna be awfully strange not seeing the word "Dusty" around here
as it permeated most posts..
 Dusty had a lot to offer and has now created an incredible void.
Pisses me no end to have not had an opportunity to shake that man's hand.
Thank you Dusty for your sacrifice.
Michael Miller
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: inditx on July 20, 2019, 09:14:06 PM
Well done sir!
Much thanks!
Godspeed to ya.
Jack
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Markcarovilli on July 20, 2019, 09:22:32 PM
Dusty

I’m on this board most days and most days you make me smile.....

It won’t be the same without you.  Take good care and hope all works out for you.

Mark
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Lcarlson on July 20, 2019, 09:35:51 PM
Thanks, much.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: LowRyter on July 20, 2019, 09:39:59 PM
I say row Jimmy row, gonna get there, I don't know
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: drbone641 on July 20, 2019, 09:54:48 PM
He’s Gone
https://youtu.be/dRwq9HrkTI0
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: balvenie on July 20, 2019, 10:07:30 PM
Wishing you all the best, Dusty :thumb:
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: SED on July 20, 2019, 10:27:20 PM
Dusty, I've appreciated your steady hand and your talent for diffusing things with humor.  Thank you and all the best to you!   
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Demar on July 20, 2019, 10:30:53 PM
Thanks for your kind words Dusty.


Best of everything to you.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Dharma Bum on July 20, 2019, 10:36:19 PM
Nobody did it better! Sorry to see you go.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: CPRMan on July 21, 2019, 04:09:33 AM
Take care
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: twodogs on July 21, 2019, 04:16:42 AM
WTH!!! Take care Dusty :boozing:
Bruce
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: pebra on July 21, 2019, 04:27:26 AM
Dusty

I’m on this board most days and most days you make me smile.....

It won’t be the same without you.  Take good care and hope all works out for you.

Mark

+1
I gladly endorse all other sentiments expressed in his thread, too.
In particular I will miss Dusty's reminiscences about the music scene, he met and heard many fine musicians.

Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: yogidozer on July 21, 2019, 04:45:58 AM
I've had a few conversations with Dusty. personal messages and phone calls.
Never knew him as Jimmy. So doppelganger or Dust in the Wind?

(https://i.ibb.co/RSpNVTB/Ashes-in-Man.jpg) (https://ibb.co/RSpNVTB)
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Bazil on July 21, 2019, 05:09:16 AM
Just like to echo the sentiments already expressed here.

I lurk around here far more than I should, and Dusty truly has contributed to the character of the forum, with wit and wisdom. Thanks for all you have done for for the Guzzi community.

Best wishes
Bazil
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: kingoffleece on July 21, 2019, 06:19:13 AM
Geez, I must have missed something big.  What happened-where did he go?
I already miss him!
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: kingoffleece on July 21, 2019, 06:21:37 AM
Oh, I just saw the top post.  DUH.
All the best, sir.  All the best.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Xlratr on July 21, 2019, 07:22:09 AM
Dusty, thanks for all the smiles and insights. You've got style man! Whatever you're going through I wish you only the best. Take care.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: rocker59 on July 21, 2019, 07:32:35 AM
I've had a few conversations with Dusty. personal messages and phone calls.
Never knew him as Jimmy. So doppelganger or Dust in the Wind?

(https://i.ibb.co/RSpNVTB/Ashes-in-Man.jpg) (https://ibb.co/RSpNVTB)


It's a reference to an Allman Brothers song, "No One to Run With."

https://youtu.be/VOaQAMC17GQ
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: yogidozer on July 21, 2019, 07:37:17 AM
It's a reference to an Allman Brothers song, no one to run with.

https://youtu.be/VOaQAMC17GQ
No, Kansas Dust in the wind
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tH2w6Oxx0kQ
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: yogidozer on July 21, 2019, 07:38:59 AM
How about Fire Lake - Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ld1l4Ud7jp8
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Chuck in Indiana on July 21, 2019, 07:40:15 AM
Dusty.. knowing you, you are probably not reading this thread, but it was a shock when I got back into fone range and read this thread. All the best to you, old friend, and take care of yourself..
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: rocker59 on July 21, 2019, 07:43:13 AM
No, Kansas Dust in the wind
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tH2w6Oxx0kQ

Jimmy is not gone from Kansas
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: yogidozer on July 21, 2019, 07:45:26 AM
Jimmy is not gone from Kansas
Did I say he was? The name of the group is Kansas. Ever hear of them?
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Texas Turnip on July 21, 2019, 07:57:28 AM
There will never be another "Sultan of Cedar Vale." From a fellow vet, I wish you the best.

Tex
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: rocker59 on July 21, 2019, 08:04:32 AM
Did I say he was? The name of the group is Kansas. Ever hear of them?

What does some lame pop group have to do with Dusty's reference to a lyric  an Allman Brothers song?

Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: yogidozer on July 21, 2019, 08:10:35 AM
What does some lame pop group have to do with Dusty's reference to a lyric  an Allman Brothers song?
OK, I'll explain it for you. Dust = Dusty. Dust in the wind, he's not on the board any longer.
Sorry to upset you. Must be the hot weather?
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: rocker59 on July 21, 2019, 08:18:09 AM
OK, I'll explain it for you. Dust = Dusty. Dust in the wind, he's not on the board any longer.
Sorry to upset you. Must be the hot weather?

Or the fact that he's gone
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: yogidozer on July 21, 2019, 08:26:40 AM
He's not gone. He's just doing something else. He's a good man, he's been threw a lot of shit in his lifetime.
I've had phone conversations and messages with him. He'll be fine, just needs a change.
I'm done talking about this. Have a good day.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: blackcat on July 21, 2019, 08:26:59 AM
Dusty, All the best.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: oldbike54 on July 21, 2019, 08:34:49 AM
 Geez fellas , chill , alright . Unfortunately Luap wouldn't accept my resignation , maybe I just need a break . Please don't turn this into something it was never meant to be , fair enough ?

 For all of you who have sent PM's , they are all appreciated , if I don't personally respond it isn't because the messages aren't welcome . Like I said in the original thread , I'm simply dealing with some personal issues , and maybe I overstated the situation , but please respect the intent .

 I want to say something to some of the newer members , Rocker had this place cleaned up before long before my arrival , and while our styles are somewhat different , if you want to thank someone , thank him . Mike may have stepped back a little when he gave the reins to his friend from Oklahoma , but he was always here . Then thank Luap for all he does behind the scenes to keep this place functioning smoothly .

 Thanks ,

 Dusty
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Rough Edge racing on July 21, 2019, 08:42:55 AM
 Oooh, internet high drama...  :laugh:
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: rocker59 on July 21, 2019, 08:49:02 AM
Geez fellas , chill , alright . Unfortunately Luap wouldn't accept my resignation

You're a WG lifer, my friend.  Take all the time you need. Call me if you need anything.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: blackcat on July 21, 2019, 09:08:59 AM
..... Luap wouldn't accept my resignation....

 Dusty


(https://i.ibb.co/yk6F3md/F5-C35-D4-E-69-B6-4523-8-CC1-29-B3-C96-B591-B.jpg)
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Darren Williams on July 21, 2019, 09:15:44 AM
Whew!  I was fearing Dusty had crashed the Wildguzzi corporate helicopter or sank the yacht. And Luap was tractoring a big hole deep in the Ozark hills to hide the evidence of Italian corporate discipline.   :evil:
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: fubar guzzi on July 21, 2019, 09:55:15 AM
 :bow:   AHHH,does this mean I don't get the $50 u owe me    :evil:
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: oldbike54 on July 21, 2019, 01:08:18 PM
:bow:   AHHH,does this mean I don't get the $50 u owe me    :evil:

 No , it means you need to sort out that EV , I don't wanna work on it on the side of the road in Colorado  :evil:

 Dusty
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: guzzi4me on July 21, 2019, 01:33:15 PM
No , it means you need to sort out that EV , I don't wanna work on it on the side of the road in Colorado  :evil:

 Dusty

THAT'S the Dusty we know and love!!!

Be well my friend....

Jeff
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: John A on July 21, 2019, 01:48:19 PM
such an outpouring of well wishes strikes me as extraordinary.  Don't completely abandon us poor souls,  use us to beat on when you want to get yer ya ya's out for it seems we need that part of you as well
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: guzzi4me on July 21, 2019, 01:58:35 PM
In your Honor Dusty I am wearing your "Life at the Speed of Moto Guzzi" T-shirt to lunch
today!!!!

Laurie likes the blue color!!

Jeff

(https://i.ibb.co/W5Y94Kn/20190721-115428.jpg) (https://ibb.co/W5Y94Kn)




Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Huzo on July 21, 2019, 03:06:42 PM
Geez fellas , chill , alright . Unfortunately Luap wouldn't accept my resignation , maybe I just need a break . Please don't turn this into something it was never meant to be , fair enough ?

 For all of you who have sent PM's , they are all appreciated , if I don't personally respond it isn't because the messages aren't welcome . Like I said in the original thread , I'm simply dealing with some personal issues , and maybe I overstated the situation , but please respect the intent .

 I want to say something to some of the newer members , Rocker had this place cleaned up before long before my arrival , and while our styles are somewhat different , if you want to thank someone , thank him . Mike may have stepped back a little when he gave the reins to his friend from Oklahoma , but he was always here . Then thank Luap for all he does behind the scenes to keep this place functioning smoothly .

 Thanks ,

 Dusty
Touche’
Whether you read this or not, you seem to have gained the respect of everyone you’ve touched here.
You are able to clip me under the ear with one hand and help me up with the other. Roper’s words went closest to what I tried to say, so I trust people will respect your wishes as you have theirs.
Dusty is a good name for you.
You’re not really aware of it’s omni-presence until it’s been removed and it’s usually gathered on things that you take for granted..
Thank you for your guidance when Mum died.
Peter. (Huzo)
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: bobrebos on July 22, 2019, 05:13:47 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQISJderwUQ

Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Shorty on July 22, 2019, 06:41:37 AM
Been on the road couple days. I missed whatever happened. You got my cell if you need anything. In PA right now. Home next week. Keep in touch little brutha.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Luap McKeever on July 22, 2019, 06:58:22 AM
Honestly, Dusty's tune changed when I threatened to pull his privileges from the corporate yacht and jet :evil:

Give the man some space and support. I've been there. I can't tell you all how many times I was ready to pull the plug on this Hobby and a skinny little hippy in Kansas named Chet pulled me back in. 

Our team is great. I keep the wheels greased, the ecu tuned and kick those out that need it. Chet is my backup Admin in case something happens to my account and he also helps with consulting and is an advisor to us all. He's actually going through a lot at this time too, so a good thought his way would be welcomed and appreciated. I'll leave it at that and please don't bug him.

Rocker and Dusty are my superstars whom I consider friends. There is NO WAY I could keep up with moderator duties as well as greasing the wheels while working a real job as much as I do.

Lastly my rock is LaSandra. She gives me the female perspective of things and is well, just a lot of fun to have around :evil:.

We're a lucky crew to have a good group of members as well.  Really the board can run itself, but every now and then even the Maytag man has do some routine maintenance.

Hope everyone is well, healthy and keeping the rubber side down.

Later,
Luap
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: John A on July 22, 2019, 07:02:13 AM
Thanks,
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: yogidozer on July 22, 2019, 08:20:45 AM
Situations always remind me of a song that fits.
John Denver, Some Days are Diamonds, Some Days are Stones.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_89hYmd4Zb8
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: Sheepdog on July 22, 2019, 04:22:13 PM
Up in Northern New Mexico they say, " Sometimes chicken; sometimes feathers..." Even bad times have something to teach us.
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: JC85 on July 22, 2019, 05:07:28 PM
Up in Northern New Mexico they say, " Sometimes chicken; sometimes feathers..." Even bad times have something to teach us.

Personal favorite of mine:

"Some days, you're the pigeon, some days, you're the statue."
Title: Re: Dusty - No one To Run With merged threadfest
Post by: rschrum on July 22, 2019, 06:03:05 PM
If things were different, they wouldn't be the same.