I decided in 2011 to commit myself to earning my degree. Something that has been a lifelong goal since the kids were babies. I can happily say as of October 28, 2013, I have accomplished that goal. I am officially the only member of my family to graduate college. I am the proud recipient of a Bachelor of Science in Business/Marketing from the University of Phoenix. I am very excited to have accomplished my degree!
It is still very surreal to think that I do not need to come home each day and plant my behind in front of the computer to do homework. However, it is a welcome change. Not only do I get to enjoy some major down-time with the end of race season being here, but I also get to really use this time to revamp my "sleeping" business.
2013 RACING SEASON
It has been chaos this year working full-time, changing careers, finishing school, crewing for three teams, and racing the Harmon's Jr. Comp car. But honestly, I could not ask for more and would not trade a single moment of it for anything. Well ok, I would trade all the issues we had with the jr this past year, but not the experiences and memories.
Despite getting accepted into the West Coast Pro Gas Association, we were only able to compete in one (1) of their races for the 2013 season. We decided that even IF we could not run the number (due to issues with the car) that we would still run Governor's Cup. It was important to me to show my support and appreciation to the guys for letting us run with them. So that is exactly what we did, unfortunately, we were still experiencing a lot of problems with the car (electrical and entire nitrous system failure) we were four tenths off the number all day. It was still a blast and that is what is important.
We also decided to compete in Pro ET at Charlie's All Motorcycle race in October. Our power plant is a Hayabusa motor after all. We decided to run on all motor because we felt it would help us determine if the two major issues the car was having was indeed the wiring and the nitrous system (as we had suspected) and in fact it is. The car ran about what it should on all motor with the current gearing. We won first round against Mona Weller and that was an amazing feeling. Our friend Jay came down to see me as I peeled out of my gear to deliver the happy news, followed closely by my crew chief, tuner, and husband. It was a great moment, quickly followed by me losing in Round 2. Dang it! It was still a blast!!
We have had the car for two (2) seasons and October was "the" date. The date we were to return the jr. to the Harmon's, who have been amazing and incredibly supportive.
2014 RACING SEASON
I was blessed by the Harmon's to have the car one more season. I am sure Jason doesn't feel so blessed. LOL! We will do our best to procure some sponsors and make as many races as possible in the 2014 season. With no school to compete with, we are confident that we will be able to have some real fun in the 2014 season.
For sponsorship opportunities, please contact me at (916) 670-4349 or by e-mail at bumblebeezx@yahoo.com.
