Off topic- Touching base...
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Off topic- Touching base...
Hey friends -
I'm stopping by to say "hey" and to let you know I am thinking of you.
I have been on an insane company travel schedule that is keeping me mostly in Tokyo, Japan. Sometimes, in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota. I have been "home" for about a week since August 24th.
I am working with Toshiba engineering, at their headquarters in Tokyo Bay, having a front-row seat with brand new design & implementation efforts on a new product. This is an incredible opportunity at the expense of not being home with family and friends. Tokyo is +13 hours from the Atlanta time zone, so touching base or calling home is always a challenge.
Pequot Lakes is one of my company's R&D centers, so I have been there on testing efforts and then quick returns to Tokyo. So even when "state-side", I haven't always been able to stop at "home". Patti has been wonderfully supportive and understands the "investment" aspects to future personal growth.
So, having a crap-load of Sky Miles and Hilton Honors points, I am quite often clicking my heals, wanting no part of more travel. I haven't ridden my motorcycle since September 1st.
I doubt I can make Ocala this year. If not traveling, I want to be home.
This "crazy" will last until April-May of next year. I will keep you informed, and I always try to stay current with the Florida Crew!
Needless to say, I have some amazing stories and experiences. Tokyo is a beautiful modern city that I can easily recommend all to visit.
Warm regards to all!
I'm stopping by to say "hey" and to let you know I am thinking of you.
I have been on an insane company travel schedule that is keeping me mostly in Tokyo, Japan. Sometimes, in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota. I have been "home" for about a week since August 24th.
I am working with Toshiba engineering, at their headquarters in Tokyo Bay, having a front-row seat with brand new design & implementation efforts on a new product. This is an incredible opportunity at the expense of not being home with family and friends. Tokyo is +13 hours from the Atlanta time zone, so touching base or calling home is always a challenge.
Pequot Lakes is one of my company's R&D centers, so I have been there on testing efforts and then quick returns to Tokyo. So even when "state-side", I haven't always been able to stop at "home". Patti has been wonderfully supportive and understands the "investment" aspects to future personal growth.
So, having a crap-load of Sky Miles and Hilton Honors points, I am quite often clicking my heals, wanting no part of more travel. I haven't ridden my motorcycle since September 1st.
I doubt I can make Ocala this year. If not traveling, I want to be home.
This "crazy" will last until April-May of next year. I will keep you informed, and I always try to stay current with the Florida Crew!
Needless to say, I have some amazing stories and experiences. Tokyo is a beautiful modern city that I can easily recommend all to visit.
Warm regards to all!
Road Captain
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From: Parrish, FL
Sorry to hear you will not make the rally. Will miss your smiling face. But this sounds like a great opportunity for you so take care and keep us posted. Hopefully you can make the rally next year.
Tom
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From: Boynton Beach, FloriDuh
Sorry to hear that you're not going to make the rally this year Paul, but after following your adventures of FB, I kind of figured you wouldn't be able to make it.
On the bright side, I arrived in Franklin today and I'll see if I can get extra twisted in your honor.
Just in case you get a day off in the next couple of weeks, give me a shout.
On the bright side, I arrived in Franklin today and I'll see if I can get extra twisted in your honor.
Just in case you get a day off in the next couple of weeks, give me a shout.
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Hey Paul, just think a few months ago you were counting the time you didn't have work. Now is pay back time...lol Hope you and Patti are doing well. Been some great riding weather here the past month. A little cool in the mornings around 50 to 55 degrees,afternoons great mid 70's. Keep a eye out, heck you might run into Masterblaster overseas. If you do holler and the bail money will be on its way...hehehehe