The Buffalo Hoof......

**trip** · 05-17-2009, 08:30 AM

Sometimes adversity in our lives can be turned into a positive thing. It's all in how we approach it.

I met Jesse Beeks, #628 at the KawaNOW SouthCentral Mini-Rally last week. He was attending the rally from Farmington, Arkansas. Jesse is somewhat of a quiet guy, standing tall and confident. After riding with him and the others on Saturday, I noticed he limped slightly when walking around. I asked him about it.

It appears that some years ago a person in a car hit him and his wife while riding a motorcycle. In the process, Jesse lost his right leg just below the knee. Now, he sports a prosthetic leg and does a very good job in getting around.

However, after going through all that, Jesse still rides and enjoys his Nomad. And Jesse has a sense of humor. Occasionally, he'll put on his Buffalo Hoof. Yes, Jesse had a buffalo hoof made and wears it on special occasions.

The way Jesse puts it, "I do strange things sometimes...I have no problem with that. We only get one chance in life, make the most of what you have and enjoy".

Since we all ride Nomads and there is always a certain degree of danger in riding motorcycles, we do just that everytime we ride.

My helmet is off to Jesse and others like him who take the negative things in life and make them positive.

KawaNOW and FOREVER,
Trip

paul · 05-17-2009, 08:50 AM

Now that's just plain funny......but in a sideways, spiritual kind of way.

Way to go Jesse!!

caddman11 · 05-17-2009, 09:08 AM

Now that's something that will get 2nd looks for sure.

Way cool story, keep it up Jesse.

nomad561 · 05-17-2009, 09:13 AM

Jesse sounds like my kind of people.
Definately has a great outlook on life.

dogdoc · 05-17-2009, 09:29 AM

many more happy yrs riding Jesse.

pirate · 05-17-2009, 09:33 AM

I love the spirit and attitude! Cool pics, too!

caper · 05-17-2009, 09:50 AM

Cool guy!

phenrichs · 05-17-2009, 10:37 AM

That may be the greatest example of turning a negative into a positive that I have ever seen.

dennisbailey · 05-17-2009, 11:06 AM

Life is about attitude. Jesse has chosen his. You are an inspiration Jesse.

landman · 05-17-2009, 11:12 AM

now theres a guy wiyh a real sende of humor !

radco · 05-17-2009, 12:39 PM

Jesse, my hats off to you, to not let bad things keep you down,,, GREAT Idea Man thats a gas LOL.. Hopefully I can your knid of spirit if ever needed,,,,Best to you,,,,,,Rich

oldbikers · 05-17-2009, 12:45 PM

And he is a hell of a nice guy, Jessie I hope to see you again real soon

nomaderwatiamriden · 05-17-2009, 01:04 PM

that lifted me up 2-day

**Kawhead** · 05-17-2009, 01:46 PM

Way da go!!!! I love that! That man has character!

**Cajunrider** · 05-17-2009, 02:05 PM

Very inspirational. I have a heck of alot of respect for someone with that kind of courage. It makes me remember that it doesn't matter how bad things may seem to be, someone else is having a rougher time than you are.

05-17-2009, 08:30 AM	#1
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	The Buffalo Hoof...... Sometimes adversity in our lives can be turned into a positive thing. It's all in how we approach it. I met Jesse Beeks, #628 at the KawaNOW SouthCentral Mini-Rally last week. He was attending the rally from Farmington, Arkansas. Jesse is somewhat of a quiet guy, standing tall and confident. After riding with him and the others on Saturday, I noticed he limped slightly when walking around. I asked him about it. It appears that some years ago a person in a car hit him and his wife while riding a motorcycle. In the process, Jesse lost his right leg just below the knee. Now, he sports a prosthetic leg and does a very good job in getting around. However, after going through all that, Jesse still rides and enjoys his Nomad. And Jesse has a sense of humor. Occasionally, he'll put on his Buffalo Hoof. Yes, Jesse had a buffalo hoof made and wears it on special occasions. The way Jesse puts it, "I do strange things sometimes...I have no problem with that. We only get one chance in life, make the most of what you have and enjoy". Since we all ride Nomads and there is always a certain degree of danger in riding motorcycles, we do just that everytime we ride. My helmet is off to Jesse and others like him who take the negative things in life and make them positive. KawaNOW and FOREVER, Trip __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip Login or Register to Remove Ads
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paul Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: magnolia, tx Posts: 1,500	The Buffalo Hoof...... Now that's just plain funny......but in a sideways, spiritual kind of way. Way to go Jesse!! __________________ The beatings will stop when morale improves.
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caddman11 Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Northwest Indiana Posts: 890	The Buffalo Hoof...... Now that's something that will get 2nd looks for sure. Way cool story, keep it up Jesse.
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nomad561 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pasco , Wa Posts: 1,445	The Buffalo Hoof...... Jesse sounds like my kind of people. Definately has a great outlook on life.
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radco Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Dedham Maine Posts: 4,199	The Buffalo Hoof...... Jesse, my hats off to you, to not let bad things keep you down,,, GREAT Idea Man thats a gas LOL.. Hopefully I can your knid of spirit if ever needed,,,,Best to you,,,,,,Rich __________________
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oldbikers Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sardis Mississippi Posts: 3,513	The Buffalo Hoof...... And he is a hell of a nice guy, Jessie I hope to see you again real soon __________________ Jim Hardin Sardis MS Kawanow # 453 Proud PGR member
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