Tag Archives: summer vacation

Motoring on the Charlotte Motor Speedway

Posted on July 16, 2016 by

When I woke up it was still early and very, very dark. I grabbed my stuff and stumbled out to the car and discovered I’d lost a wink smiley cover and the light it was covering! The other light was … Continue reading →

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Driving on Racetracks is Cool

Posted on July 10, 2016 by

I got up very early. I think I was too excited to sleep! There were other MINIs in the parking loading up but since I’d already loaded most of my gear, I was the first one out of the lot. … Continue reading →

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Let the Fun Begin!

Posted on July 4, 2016 by

This year my summer vacation will start in Atlanta when I meet up with over 1,500 of my favorite people and their awesome cars! Mini Takes the States starts on July 9, but I’m already on my way. It’s a … Continue reading →

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Goodbye Happy Time, I Sure Will Miss You

Posted on May 30, 2014 by

Our final day in Punta Cana filled me with sadness. I sat on the patio to finish up a bit of work and soak up the final few hours of tropical heaven. Jenni, Hudson and I met for a delicious breakfast … Continue reading →

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Don’t Believe A Word

Posted on July 11, 2013 by

My final day in Ireland began with a delicious breakfast at a cafe called Rhubarb before I checked out of the Conrad. I stored my bags and set out for a final day of adventure. I had hoped to meet … Continue reading →

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Where The Streets Have No Name

Posted on July 9, 2013 by

Today marked the end of my road trip. I returned the plucky little Ka that carried me so far. 1,614 kilometers altogether. I made the drive from Belfast to Dublin in record time, turned in my car and caught the … Continue reading →

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There Are No Strangers Here…

Posted on July 7, 2013 by

Hello friends! My trip around Ireland has nearly come full circle, but I managed to squeeze in a bit more adventure first! I decided to take a scenic route to Belfast and drove up through Sligo towards Ballyshannon. That route … Continue reading →

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