The first Saturday of Spring brought out Warriors’ Watch Riders of Northern Illinois in force. About 25 motorcyclists and a like number of cagers gathered in a Chili’s parking lot in a Northwest suburb of Chicago on a bright, crisp morning. Among our riders was our hero’s mother, Cindy Gardanier. Cody’s bike, a bright yellow crotch rocket was also in the parking lot, ready to ride.
On hand for safety (and for fun) were Lake County (IL) Sheriffs, Lake Zurick (IL) Fire and PD and Kildeer (IL) PD. The thing about this first welcome home of the Spring that made it so special for me was the number of family members on hand. Brothers, cousins, in-laws; all joined our ranks to make this one welcome home to remember.
At the American Legion we did our presentations, as did a couple other groups present, including the American Legion Riders, the group with which Cody’s mother rides. Some pictures and some pizza and our mission was done. Couldn’t think of a better way to kick off the riding season.
RJ
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