REBELS!

Indeed it is trying times. Today our (normally) seemingly quiet bike group was infiltrated by "rebels!" Oh, the ride started out with our usual "banter" at the Club House. Until, Jane was quizzed about not wearing the "uniform of the day," the "Palm Tree Biker" tee shirt. Without hesitation Jane proclaimed, "it's in my closet!" Well, from that moment on our "silent majority" began spouting "fire and brimstone" as to the need for respect and uniformity among the rank and file.

It looked like we were destined for a "clash of the Titans."  That is until our "sidelined" leader, with his "hand feathered" hat and "tension breaker" smile spoke up......

 

The ladies became "weak-kneed" and the men were aghast. Without hesitation, Pete took charge. He reasoned that, several of our members did not have Tee's to begin with and two of our members were given "special dispensation" to forgo the "uniform of the day" because of their Fort Wilderness "tradition" of wearing their Fort Wilderness Tee shirts.

And just who were these "rebels" among us..... I'm not going to "rat them out." However, I will provide you with a hint......

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In spite of our unusual start of the day we actually managed to enjoy quite a good ride.

Our leader, Jim took us to the annual Thanksgiving "Encampment."

Jim and Judy explained that the Tee Pees in the background are personally owned and a large group of campers set-up for the Thanksgiving week and on Turkey day cook the main course over an open fire.

As usual we made our way to "The Wave" for lunch and were greeted by Dave and Bobbi. (Note) In spite of our divisive beginning we all welcomed John back for his first ride.

Around the table clockwise is Steve, Pete, Judy, Jim, John, Bob, Jane and Joan.

Seated at our table is Jack, Dave, Bobbi, Laura, Larry, Buzz, (hiding behind Pat) Darlene and Pat.

As we headed back for the boat back to Fort Wilderness, we got word that there is a Gingerbread Christmas tree up stairs and thanks to an obliging Cast Member (most of us) got to get in the photo....

Man, the members sans our "signature" Tee shirt really stand out!

But I don't want to start any trouble!