A lot has transpired since my last entry; to say the least!! 10 months later, life's a bit different...
Frustrations and life-lessons learned, after a half a season last year in the ChampCar World Series, I decided to leave auto racing and try my hand in another field: aircraft maintenance. Working on aircraft is actually very similar to working on race cars, but has brought some challenges and opportunities to grow. I actually find the different cars I have worked on far more difficult than most aircraft. The jump from racing also brought a parting with my 2006 Subaru Sti. I was able to get into another Suby; a year older, double the miles and half the payment! My new 2.5 RS lacks, well, everything that was cool on Sarah (my Sti), but is exactly what I need.
I do like the color, andI receive much
less grief about it being a 'shopping cart'! In fact, I don't think anyone I know has used this nomenclature for Hagar (the other car).
This change also gave me more time at home with friends and likewise time to see concerts I haven't been able to attend because of travel. I had the pleasure of going to see The Family Values Tour, Rush, Genesis, Regina Spektor, Brandi Carlile, Bill Cosby, the John Butler Trio, and finally Robert Fripp and the League of Crafty Guitarists. All of the artists were absolutely phenomenal!! What a blessing to have the chance to take in such great talent!
Flyleaf and Korn during the 'Family Values' tour at the Verizon Wireless Center in
Indianapolis, IN
Genesis in Columbus, OH The John Butler Trio in Indianapolis, IN
Bill was spot on and absolutely hilarious! He never missed a beat and was as animated as he has ever been! He interacted with the audience quite a bit, and even made fun of the Bears, as they were competing in a game during his show. I sure am glad I got to go! I realize while I'm typing, how much I enjoy driving and road trips. I guess it fits, being I spent most of my life in a car of some sort traveling around the world. I guess it's just in my blood!
More blogs to come, and I doubt it will be another 10 months!
