LM24 When You Didn't Go........ - Page 2

rdjones · 29 Sep 2015, 09:44 (Ref:3577961)

I did 2002 to 2009 and said I would go ever year and then towards the end of 2008 I meet my future wife and then this little lot happened....

2010 - Got Engaged
2011 - Got Married
2012 - Had a baby
2013 - Had to look after the said baby
2014 - Bought a house
2015 - Had to pay for the house and daughter
2016 - Still paying for the house and daughter

I will get back to Le Mans at some point I am just not sure when as family life keeps gets in the way. However my wife knows that when Le Mans comes round there is no chance of her getting access to the TV or anything connect's to the internet as Eurosport and RLM all the way.

GT6 · 29 Sep 2015, 16:13 (Ref:3578052)

Is it really that long since you were there, time flies how will we recognise you in 2017

**Aysedasi** · 30 Sep 2015, 18:19 (Ref:3578378)

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Originally Posted by rdjones

2016 - Still paying for the house and daughter

I can guarantee you'll be posting this eventually -

2038 - Still paying for the daughter.......

Come on Rob, time to get your Le Mans arse in gear!!!

GT6 · 30 Sep 2015, 18:23 (Ref:3578385)

Yep you never stop paying for daughters, i can confirm that

**Aysedasi** · 1 Oct 2015, 17:51 (Ref:3578661)

Or sons for that matter Simon - I should know - I still have two at home - at 30 and 25!!

GT6 · 1 Oct 2015, 19:15 (Ref:3578686)

Well mine our now the wife's problem at 28 and 24 as house i got is rather small compared to the old one she got, and they decided to stay there as even their bedrooms are bigger than either of those at my semi, but i still seem to always be there to pick up the bills when car/holiday/other expense crop up. By the way had a rather unexpected bill yesterday to repair the new car after i saw my first badger(for many years) last week, nasty mess of the front bonnet but i think the badger may have come of worse.

Djcomix · 2 Oct 2015, 23:03 (Ref:3578957)

i neither missed the race since i live in Le Mans

Alex Toropov · 3 Oct 2015, 12:34 (Ref:3579025)

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Originally Posted by GT6

Glad you are OK Alex, motorbikes can be dangerous and i have the scares to prove it, that is why i prefer sportscars now, still enjoying my new toy at the moment might not be as fast as a motorbike but the smile on my face when i am driving it is worth the extra costs

Yes, I'm OK, motorbike is not, but it should be repairable.
What is the name of your new toy?

GT6 · 4 Oct 2015, 08:53 (Ref:3579430)

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Originally Posted by Alex Toropov

Yes, I'm OK, motorbike is not, but it should be repairable.
What is the name of your new toy?

Got a Toyota MR2 roadster in blue with a high performance exaust and just added an authentic badger dent in the front bumper, had not seen one of those for years then when i did i hit it.

Alex Toropov · 9 Nov 2015, 22:21 (Ref:3589346)

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Originally Posted by GT6

Got a Toyota MR2 roadster in blue with a high performance exaust and just added an authentic badger dent in the front bumper, had not seen one of those for years then when i did i hit it.

Very nice! Very glad for you!

I also got new toy called Yamaha WR450F (used, from 2006). Got into deep financial hole with it, shall pay back the money for the next 5 years, but hopefully it's worth it

I like my bicycles and motorbikes

I shall not get anything new in the future

ATLFalconsFAN · 17 May 2016, 18:13 (Ref:3642446)

So I am one of those sad, unfortunate souls who has been to Le Mans and will not be going this year. It is utter and complete torture.

Was just thinking about this fact this morning with a tear in my eye. Thinking about my most favorite moment of the week and how I won't get that feeling this year. First qualifying session, knowing that this is the first moment where things count towards something. Feeling like this moment and where I am is the center of my universe, how there is nowhere else I would rather be. Knowing that I am about to experience something special and important.

My favorite spot to experience this has been at the Ford Chicane every time I have been there. If anyone finds themselves at the grandstand there and can spare a thought for this tortured soul I would appreciate it.

GT6 · 17 May 2016, 19:04 (Ref:3642461)

I know it must be hard for you but i am sure you will be back, last race i missed was 1989 i think, but it is a whole lot easier for me to get there from just across the channel. We will raise a glass to you and all those not attending at the meet on saturday as usual

kpkorsager · 18 May 2016, 12:13 (Ref:3642630)

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Originally Posted by ATLFalconsFAN

So I am one of those sad, unfortunate souls who has been to Le Mans and will not be going this year. It is utter and complete torture.

Was just thinking about this fact this morning with a tear in my eye. Thinking about my most favorite moment of the week and how I won't get that feeling this year. First qualifying session, knowing that this is the first moment where things count towards something. Feeling like this moment and where I am is the center of my universe, how there is nowhere else I would rather be. Knowing that I am about to experience something special and important.

My favorite spot to experience this has been at the Ford Chicane every time I have been there. If anyone finds themselves at the grandstand there and can spare a thought for this tortured soul I would appreciate it.

come on Scott, I know you want to.............
I will bring a spare tent just for you, should you change your mind and come flying in.
Look forward to see you again.

Kenn and Johannes

whitemr2 · 18 May 2016, 19:43 (Ref:3642711)

Not going for the whole week this year and I thought I would be OK with it, but now, as it is getting closer it feels like not going

. Will have to see if I like it.

Truckosaurus · 19 May 2016, 08:13 (Ref:3642801)

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Originally Posted by whitemr2

...Will have to see if I like it.

There was one year we didn't travel down until the Thursday, and watching the Wednesday qualifying on TV seemed all wrong and we've not missed getting down early since.

GT6 · 19 May 2016, 11:40 (Ref:3642848)

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Originally Posted by Truckosaurus

There was one year we didn't travel down until the Thursday, and watching the Wednesday qualifying on TV seemed all wrong and we've not missed getting down early since.

been gonig down tuesday now for many many years, gives you time to get in the spirit before the cars start going round on wednesday

Oh yes forgot to say, guy you will need to contact your lawyer re fords new truck advert, they are using your name

YorkshireLad · 20 May 2016, 19:57 (Ref:3643313)

This year will be my 5th in a row since I started, I'm 25 so they correlate with my age.
I also can't imagine not going, it's like my second home once a year. I know where all the shops are, streets to travel also know the entire route whilst driving from Leeds/Bradford area. It's part of my life now and actually makes me quiet emotional on the start/finish every year as the cars begin the gruelling 24hours, marks a chapter in life which you can look back on and remember fun memories.
Getting butterflies now, looking forward to the journey down with my wife and kids, setting tent up on the Saturday before and making a real holiday of the 10days were there.
It's strange how a place/event can take hold of you..

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