President’s Message – October 2024
As we head into fall, it is so nice to look forward to some cooler weather, with our tops down and a comfortable breeze in the air.
With that breeze comes a change for Norm and me. We have had to make the difficult decision of staying here in NC or going back to our hometown just outside Syracuse, NY. It is truly a bittersweet decision. We have really enjoyed our time here in NC, and our time spent with the Cape Fear Miata Club. When we moved here, we had one grandchild, and now we have four, with the youngest being 5, 4, and 9 months. There were hopes they may have joined us down here, but that is no longer an option. Nurturing these little ones is so important to us. FaceTime is great, but not the same. They are very happy we are heading back, and available to give them a hand. Surprisingly, everyone back home says they can’t wait to spend more time with us again. I think they are just being polite.
We will be attending the Ride to the Rodeo, and also the October 12 coffee hour. We don’t expect to actually be moved out completely until early November, but dates have not been established yet.
I told Ron Carmichael, if anyone wants to have an extended adventure, we could meet somewhere between here and NY and have a joint event. The Midstate Miata Club and the Cape Fear Miata Club could each drive approximately 6 hours from each location and meet somewhere in the middle. Just remember we only drive from May 1- Octoberish as our little cars get tucked in for a long winter’s nap!
We want to thank each and every one from the CFMC for giving us such a warm welcome and including us in this wonderful club. Miata club members are really such special people. They extend hospitality, camaraderie, and just plain fun to all who join. We could not have met a more wonderful group.
With Heartfelt thanks,
Karen and Norm
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PS: Our email addresses, and cell phones will not change.