Random thoughts and happenings

So, I find myself with some actual FREE time on a Friday night. I've not really written much in the past month or so, and I figured "why not..."

The car is racking up the miles pretty damn quick. Less than 3 yrs old, and over 112,000 miles on it. I really can't complain about it's performance in that time. I've only changed regular wear items, like brakes and spark plugs. Changed the fuel injectors @ 95K... as well as the clutch. I even put new shocks all around...
The latest round of 'repairs' I'm doing is a new exhuast. It arrived today and will go on before my next event.

I've been car shopping for next season's choice, and as stated in a previous post, it's been rather daunting. I'll be heading to a big car show / meet this weekend to find some worthy candidates. I really wish my travel companion was able to make this trip.

Work has been busy as always. Many of our projects are running full steam and show no signs of slowing. As luck would have it, I will be going on vacation soon...

Vacation is kinda strange way to put it. While it's time away from work, it's hardly "vacation" in a normal sense. I'll be busier and a heck of alot more tired, and when I come back, I'll need a vacation to regroup...lol

I've been getting some good driving feedback and some seat time in various cars this year, and hopefully that will transition into a better result @ nationals next month. This will be the swan song for the SS this year and while many are bringing the new "better" version of my car, I will be lagging behind and just enjoying my time there. It's a great social experience as well as a great tool for getting info and advice to get things ready for next year.

So... while many things change in our lives, many stay the same....
Work, race, sleep & eat.
Rinse and repeat.

Time sure is flying

I can't believe that this summer is coming to an end already. It's August, and I've not gotten to do many things that I've wanted to. Most of my travelling has all been racing related, either as a spectator or a participant. This weekend it's just me, work, cleaning and car shows.
From here on out, however, it gets really busy. The next 3 weekends I have events around the region and elsewhere in the state. Then it's off to Topeka for the big event.
I've been kinda lapse in writing much, as most of my time has been divided between work, racing, car shows and getting out and enjoying time with friends.
Doesn't really matter HOW I'm spending the time, but I'm thankful for each moment I get becuase we never know what tomorrow brings. Whether it's on the phone, online... in person... whatever.

I've been car shopping again and while my car choice has been rather straightforward, every now and then another car comes in and messes up my happy little idea. So... at least I have a "plan B" in place now.

Wish the rest of life's choices were that cut and dry. Not that there's anything pressing that goes on that NEEDS that kinda attitude, but don't we all wish there was a plan 'B' there for us to use as a fallback?