Hey Mike, Its nice here from you. I retired and moved to Fl.. I bought a 40
foot Diesel pusher motorhome. I put a lift on the back and hit the road with Sue
and my wing. We ended up in Riverview Fl..We spend the winter in Fl. and in May
we head north  to Maine and then west to Seattle and then south to LA , then to
Vegas and on back to Fl. by Oct. 1st.  We hit as many bike weeks and wing
ralleys and Blue Knights Ralleys as we can fit in. and trying to hit different
cities each year. We have done this thre summers now. We are usually in Ca. in
Sept. I talk to Tom Wilson  itevery now and then and he told me the club dried
up. It's  good to here you are trying to revive it. I always enjoyed rideing
with you guys. Larry Carter it would be  great to visit you in Texas. I will put
your address in my GPS.  I bought a mobilehome in a senior park 3 years ago when
home prices were through the roof, but now that the prices are coming down I am
buying a nice big house on a golf course.  They have come down so much and with
the record low interest rates ,I hope to buy 3 or 4 more houses in the next
year. Sue and I are still together and still getting along great. We would love
to ride with you guys when we are in LA. I hope you guys have a Merry Christmas
and a Happy New Year.  Mike Branam and Sue Estrada 215 Kari Dr. Riverview Fl.
33569   (818) 445-0791 . Yes we still have our LA. phone numbers!!! Calling us
in Fl. is a local call.

To: wingsofthephoenix@...: mikecochrane@...: Fri, 19
Dec 2008 08:54:43 +0000Subject: [wingsofthephoenix] 2009



If anyone is still out there, Wings Of The Phoenix will attempt to rise from the
ashes once again in 2009. It has come to my attention that some of the members
that went with the ill-fated offshoot group would Rather ride with a "Safer"
group like they were used to. If anyone would like to help Wings Of The Phoenix
rise again, let us knows. We would love to hear from you! Larry trusted me to
keep the club he started happy and safe. Renee and I did our best for four
years. If we would have known what would happen when we stepped down, we would
have just cut back on activities instead of leaving all together.Renee and I
still enjoy riding with a group, and miss a lot of our old friends. We look
forward to an exciting 2009, and hope to put on some miles with friends.Happy
holidays, stay safe, and we hope to see a lot of Wings on the road in 2009.Mike
Cochrane (Club Director)





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Send e-mail anywhere. No map, no compass.
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2008

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Mike and Renee,

Merry Christmas to you both from the great state of Texas!? It warms my heart
beyond description to hear that Wings of the Phoenix may rise from the ashes
again!? It was difficult for me to be so far away and be unable to help hold
everything together there.? My fondest memories of my 26 years in California
have always been the GWTA family and Chapter S.? As I told you when you accepted
the challenge of Chapter Director, the secret is to just have fun and the rest
will fall in place.? And even though miles separate us now, if there's any way I
can be of help, please don't hesitate to call!? My Wing is resting in the warmth
of the garage right now, waiting for new tires.? I miss riding with old friends
there,so come on down to Texas and I'll show you some great roads in my little
part of the country.? You've always got a place to kick off your boots.? My best
to you and Renee for this Christmas season and in the coming year.? Please keep
in touch.? I've missed you all so much.

Larry Carter
4269 County Road 1219
Cleburne, Texas 76033
817-517-7099 home
817-357-9587 cell


-----Original Message-----
From: Mike Cochrane <mikecochrane@...>
To: wingsofthephoenix@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Fri, 19 Dec 2008 2:54 am
Subject: [wingsofthephoenix] 2009






If anyone is still out there, Wings Of The Phoenix will attempt to rise
from the ashes once again in 2009. It has come to my attention that
some of the members that went with the ill-fated offshoot group would
Rather ride with a "Safer" group like they were used to. If anyone
would like to help Wings Of The Phoenix rise again, let us knows. We
would love to hear from you! Larry trusted me to keep the club he
started happy and safe. Renee and I did our best for four years. If
we would have known what would happen when we stepped down, we would
have just cut back on activities instead of leaving all together.

Renee and I still enjoy riding with a group, and miss a lot of our old
friends. We look forward to an exciting 2009, and hope to put on some
miles with friends.

Happy holidays, stay safe, and we hope to see a lot of Wings on the
road in 2009.

Mike Cochrane (Club Director)






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I won't comment on that description, but will say it is nice to hear from you.
After my bike sat in the garage almost unused, I sold it last spring. When the
weather warms up, we'll see if the itch returns (it always has in the past). I
hope you are well and I thank you for all the hard work you put in during the
years I rode with the club...it is clear now that it was you two that held it
together.
Be well....  




________________________________
From: Mike Cochrane <mikecochrane@...>
To: wingsofthephoenix@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, December 19, 2008 12:54:43 AM
Subject: [wingsofthephoenix] 2009


If anyone is still out there, Wings Of The Phoenix will attempt to rise
from the ashes once again in 2009. It has come to my attention that
some of the members that went with the ill-fated offshoot group would
Rather ride with a "Safer" group like they were used to. If anyone
would like to help Wings Of The Phoenix rise again, let us knows. We
would love to hear from you! Larry trusted me to keep the club he
started happy and safe. Renee and I did our best for four years. If
we would have known what would happen when we stepped down, we would
have just cut back on activities instead of leaving all together.

Renee and I still enjoy riding with a group, and miss a lot of our old
friends. We look forward to an exciting 2009, and hope to put on some
miles with friends.

Happy holidays, stay safe, and we hope to see a lot of Wings on the
road in 2009.

Mike Cochrane (Club Director)



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Hi Mike,
Unfortunately, due to the economics of the times, I had to sell my Wing so I
no longer ride.
Sorry to hear that the group had problems.  I enjoyed riding with you all
for the few times our
schedules coincided.  One of the reasons I joined was because you rode on
Sundays.  Then you switched to Saturdays and that was a conflict and we were
no longer able to attend.
In any case, good luck in the future.  If I get another Wing, I will look
you guys up.
Dana Bostick

On Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 12:54 AM, Mike Cochrane <mikecochrane@...>wrote:

>   If anyone is still out there, Wings Of The Phoenix will attempt to rise
> from the ashes once again in 2009. It has come to my attention that
> some of the members that went with the ill-fated offshoot group would
> Rather ride with a "Safer" group like they were used to. If anyone
> would like to help Wings Of The Phoenix rise again, let us knows. We
> would love to hear from you! Larry trusted me to keep the club he
> started happy and safe. Renee and I did our best for four years. If
> we would have known what would happen when we stepped down, we would
> have just cut back on activities instead of leaving all together.
>
> Renee and I still enjoy riding with a group, and miss a lot of our old
> friends. We look forward to an exciting 2009, and hope to put on some
> miles with friends.
>
> Happy holidays, stay safe, and we hope to see a lot of Wings on the
> road in 2009.
>
> Mike Cochrane (Club Director)
>
>
>



--
Inside every older person is a younger person wondering, "What the heck
happened?"


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If anyone is still out there, Wings Of The Phoenix will attempt to rise
from the ashes once again in 2009.  It has come to my attention that
some of the members that went with the ill-fated offshoot group would
Rather ride with a "Safer" group like they were used to.  If anyone
would like to help Wings Of The Phoenix rise again, let us knows.  We
would love to hear from you!  Larry trusted me to keep the club he
started happy and safe.  Renee and I did our best for four years.  If
we would have known what would happen when we stepped down, we would
have just cut back on activities instead of leaving all together.

Renee and I still enjoy riding with a group, and miss a lot of our old
friends.  We look forward to an exciting 2009, and hope to put on some
miles with friends.

Happy holidays, stay safe, and we hope to see a lot of Wings on the
road in 2009.

Mike Cochrane (Club Director)

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

The Chapter "S" Calendar and Newsletter are now available at our
website: www.wingsofthephoenix.com

Mike Cochrane
Webmaster:
www.mikecochrane.com
www.flyingfingerstranscripts.com
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
www.meetthecrabshack.com
E-mail:
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

The September Newsletter & Calendar are now available at our Website:
www.wingsofthephoenix.com

Mike Cochrane
Webmaster:
www.mikecochrane.com
www.flyingfingerstranscripts.com
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
www.meetthecrabshack.com
E-mail:
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

Just to let you know, the July Newsletter and Calendar are now
available at our Website!  http://www.wingsofthephoenix.com

Mike Cochrane
Webmaster:
www.mikecochrane.com
www.flyingfingerstranscripts.com
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
E-mail:
webmaster@...

welcome back...check out www.wingsofthephoenix.com to answer all your questions

"P.D.SNYDER" <celloman99@...> wrote:          Hello and good morning to
all...
I believe that I've ridden with the group on several ocassions a number of years
ago, but no longer no who's in the club. I was wondering if you have a member by
the name of Steve Abala? If so, would you pass along my good wishes and regards.
I am hopeful to be able to attend some of you gatherings and rides as well.
Would you be so kind as to tell me where you meet and how to get there. I live
in West Los Angeles. Hoping to hear back soon.

Sincerely,
Pete

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Hello and good morning to all...
     I believe that I've ridden with the group on several ocassions a number of
years ago, but no longer no who's in the club.  I was wondering if you have a
member by the name of Steve Abala?  If so, would you pass along my good wishes
and regards.  I am hopeful to be able to attend some of you gatherings and rides
as well.
     Would you be so kind as to tell me where you meet and how to get there.  I
live in West Los Angeles.  Hoping to hear back soon.

   Sincerely,
   Pete


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Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

Just a note to let you know the June Newsletter and Calendar are now
available at our Website: www.wingsofthephoenix.com

Mike Cochrane
Webmaster:
www.mikecochrane.com
www.flyingfingerstranscripts.com
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
E-mail:
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

By now most of you have heard about Jay Murdocks passing.

Below is the information I just received from Diane Huff about Jay's
Memorial Service.
______________________________________________________________________
_________

Hi Everybody

I now have the information for Jay's Memorial Service.

The place will be

Dickie Funeral Home
8030 Mango Ave.
Fontana

The viewing is on Friday at 6:00 pm.

The Memorial Service will be on Saturday from 1:00-4:00 where the
Patriot Guards will honor him as a Vet.  There will be a gathering on
the grounds after the service.

Of course, we will not be having our dinner ride on Saturday,
however, We will still have our breakfast meeting on Sunday because I
think this would be a good time to take up a collection for Louise to
help her defray the costs of the service instead of waiting for the
Sweetheart ride.  We will still be doing that at the ride too, but
several of us feel this would be appropriate.  If you feel
differently, please contact me.  I really need your input.  I flying
solo here, so let me know, okay?  I honestly feel that Jay would have
wanted it this way.

God bless you all and remember to ride your bikes to the services
there if you have them!  I DO know that's what jay wants!

Diane
______________________________________________________________________
_________________________


Mike Cochrane
Webmaster:
www.mikecochrane.com
www.flyingfingerstranscripts.com
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
E-mail:
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

The May Calendar and Newsletter are now available at our Website:
http://www.wingsofthephoenix.com

Mike Cochrane
Webmaster:
www.mikecochrane.com
www.flyingfingerstranscripts.com
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
E-mail:
webmaster@...

Just a note to let you know the April Newsletter and Calendar are now
available at our Website!  www.wingsofthephoenix.com

Mike Cochrane
Webmaster:
www.mikecochrane.com
www.flyingfingerstranscripts.com
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
E-mail:
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

The March Newsletter and Calendar are now available at our Website!

Mike Cochrane
Webmaster:
www.mikecochrane.com
www.flyingfingerstranscripts.com
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
E-mail:
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

Just to let you know the February Newsletter and Calendar are now
available on our Website!

Mike Cochrane
Webmaster:
www.mikecochrane.com
www.flyingfingerstranscripts.com
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
E-mail:
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

I regret to have to let you know, that Monday the 29th,
Francisca "Lee" Hull, wife of long time Chapter "S" member Steve Hull
passed away.  Services will be held on Friday February 2nd, 3:30pm
at:

St. Didacus Catholic Church
14339 Astoria Street, Sylmar CA.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you send donations to:

Olive View UCLA Medical Center Foundation
14445 Olive View Drive, Cottage J2
Sylmar, CA  91342

Please make note it is for:
F. Lee Hull, Comfort Care Room Project.

From myself and everyone in Chapter "S", our condolences go out to
Steve and his Family!

Mike Cochrane
Webmaster:
www.mikecochrane.com
www.flyingfingerstranscripts.com
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
E-mail:
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

This is just to let you know that the December Calendar and Newsletter
are now available at our website.

Take care and Happy Holiday's!

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

This Sunday the 3rd at 8:30am is our breakfast meeting at the Hill
Street Cafe in Burbank.  This will be the last meeting of 2006, so I
hope to see a good turnout.  If the weather is good, we will have a
ride after the meeting.

Take care and we'll see you there!

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members:

This Wednesday the 15th at 7:00pm is our business meeting at the Hill
Street Cafe in Burbank.  Besides our normal business, we have the SCMA
Turkey Run this weekend, and have to decide who is manning the
checkpoints.

We look forward to your help and input!

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

Better late than never!  Just to let you know the November Newsletter
and Calendar are now on our Website.

Also we will see you at our meeting today November 5th.  Remember,
It's "Election Day"!

Take care.

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

This Sunday the 22nd is the Chapter "W" Pumpkin Run.  We will meet at
7:00am for breakfast at Coco's Sunland and depart at 8:00am.  This is
always a great run, so bundle up and let's ride!

See you there.

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

This Wednesday the 18th at 7:00pm is our business meeting at the Hill
Street Cafe in Burbank.  I know the weather is getting colder, but
there are still things we can do with the club so bring your ideas.

Also, if nobody steps up to run for Chapter Director, "State" will take
over the chapter in January.  I would hate to see this happen, as there
are many members who could do a great job of running this chapter!  The
election will be held at our breakfast meeting on November 5th.  I hope
I can send out a list of "Nominees" after the meeting on Wednesday!

Ride Safely!

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

This Wednesday the 11th our dinner ride takes us to "Pinks Hot Dogs".
We will depart from the Hill Street Cafe in Burbank at 6:45pm.

Ride safely and enjoy.

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

This Sunday the 8th is a "Riders Choice" ride.  We will meet at 8:00am
for breakfast at Bob's Big Boy in Burbank to discus where to ride.  We
will leave around 9:00am.  This is the opportunity to do that ride
you've always wanted to do!  So come prepared and let's ride.

Take care and ride safely.

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

This Sunday October 1st at 8:30am is our Breakfast meeting at the
Hill Street Cafe in Burbank.  This Sunday besides the usual business,
we will also be nominating people to run for "Chapter Directors".  If
you've ever wanted to try your hand at running a motorcycle club, or
if there's someone you would like to nominate to run for CD, this is
the time to do it!  If things hadn't changed in my life I would still
be doing it, but It's just not possible.  I hope for good
participation!

Also, after the meeting we will be doing the "Turkey Run" Pre-Ride.
So let's get on our bikes and ride!

Ride safely and we'll see you there.

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

This Wednesday the 20th at 7:00pm is our business meeting at the Hill
Street Cafe in Burbank.  If you have any ideas about "Rides" for next
month, be sure to bring them, or E-mail them to me so they can be
discussed at the meeting.

Also, if you intend to run to be the next "Chapter Director", please
let us know at the business meeting, or at least by the next
breakfast meeting.  Renee and I have enjoyed being Chapter Directors
for the last 4 years, but it's time for change!  Thanks to the
changes I have made in my life, I have discovered how positive change
can be.  Whoever takes over Chapter "S will have a great time, as
they have a great Chapter to start with!!!


And finally, since so many people keep asking me "What are you doing
now?" or those who already know "What shows are you on?", here is the
link to my Website that should hopefully answer most of your
questions.  www.mikecochrane.com

Thank you again for 4 great years and all of your support, and we
look forward to seeing you Wednesday!

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

This Saturday the 16th is our dinner ride and takes us out to Ruby's in
Huntington Beach.  We will depart from Bob's Big Boy in Burbank at
4:00pm.

Please ride safely!

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

The September Newsletter and Calendar are now available on our
website.  I start back on the movie "Blades Of Glory" tomorrow the
30th through the 6th, then start immediately on "Pirates 3" on the
7th through the 12th.  I figure this might be my last chance to get
to the website for a while!

Because of the Labor Day weekend, there will be NO MEETING this
Sunday.

If you are planing on going to the "State Picnic" please give Steve
Adkins a phone call or an E-mail to let him know so he can plan
accordingly.  His contact information is in the Newsletter.

Take care and ride safely!

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...

Dear Chapter Members and Friends:

This Sunday the 27th is a "Riders Choice" ride.  We will meet for
breakfast at Bob's Big Boy in Burbank at 8:00am.  Over breakfast we
will discuss where we would like to ride and we will leave at
9:00am.  This worked out well last month, so we're doing it again.
This could be the opportunity to do the ride you've always wanted to
do!

Also, If you get this E-mail in time, tonight (Friday the 25th) I
will be playing at "Mabel's Roadhouse" in Santa Clarita from 9:00pm
till 1:30am.  The address is: 26328 Bouquet Canyon Rd., Santa
Clarita, CA 91350 at the corner of Valencia & Bouquet Canyon.  Phone:
(661) 259-8822.  If you like 60's-70's-80's rock, with a few
surprises thrown in, we hope to see you there!

Ride Safely!

Mike Cochrane
Chapter Director
Wings Of The Phoenix
GWTA's So. Cal. Chapter "S"
www.wingsofthephoenix.com
webmaster@...