R50/53 That's what MINI Coopers are all about...
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That's what MINI Coopers are all about...
A cute story to share with people who can relate:
I just got my MINI three days ago, and my 9-year-old son has been every bit as excited as me about the whole ordering/waiting/anticipation process. He is thrilled with our new car and very proud of her!
This morning, his litle girlfriend from the neighborhood came over for a ride, and I overheard their conversation as we were getting ready. She wanted to know where we were going and he replied, "It doesn't matter. And we won't know until we get there. That's what MINI Coopers are all about. It's called MOTORING."
He gets it!
I just got my MINI three days ago, and my 9-year-old son has been every bit as excited as me about the whole ordering/waiting/anticipation process. He is thrilled with our new car and very proud of her!
This morning, his litle girlfriend from the neighborhood came over for a ride, and I overheard their conversation as we were getting ready. She wanted to know where we were going and he replied, "It doesn't matter. And we won't know until we get there. That's what MINI Coopers are all about. It's called MOTORING."
He gets it!
Thanks for sharing. 
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Actually..........he is really onto something.
The other day I was listening to NPR's Car Talk and the guys were discussing road rage, specifically the fact that there was so much of it here in the U.S. and so little of it, say, in Italy. Someone had emailed in a possible explanation: in the U.S., we tend to drive to get somewhere, and if anybody gets in our way it really pisses us off. But in Italy, the proposal went, they really aren't all about "getting somewhere" they tend to just enjoy the trip, regardless of when (or if) they arrive at their final destination. The brothers were aghast! "That's it!!," they proclaimed. "This could be the answer to world peace!!!"
So if they are right (not saying they are 100% of the time
), then your little son has figured out a means of addressing a very great issue indeed. Good job!!
Ciao!
The other day I was listening to NPR's Car Talk and the guys were discussing road rage, specifically the fact that there was so much of it here in the U.S. and so little of it, say, in Italy. Someone had emailed in a possible explanation: in the U.S., we tend to drive to get somewhere, and if anybody gets in our way it really pisses us off. But in Italy, the proposal went, they really aren't all about "getting somewhere" they tend to just enjoy the trip, regardless of when (or if) they arrive at their final destination. The brothers were aghast! "That's it!!," they proclaimed. "This could be the answer to world peace!!!"
So if they are right (not saying they are 100% of the time
), then your little son has figured out a means of addressing a very great issue indeed. Good job!!Ciao!
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Originally Posted by gokartride
... in the U.S., we tend to drive to get somewhere, and if anybody gets in our way it really pisses us off. But in Italy, the proposal went, they really aren't all about "getting somewhere" they tend to just enjoy the trip, regardless of when (or if) they arrive at their final destination.
Ciao!
Ciao!
However ... Thats also why the Roman Empire fell ... They were so busy partying on the way to the forum ... they forgot about the Barbarians invading from the north!
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Originally Posted by mbcoops
Does he know that you called his friend who happens to be a girl a "girlfriend"?
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Originally Posted by gokartride
Actually..........he is really onto something.
The other day I was listening to NPR's Car Talk and the guys were discussing road rage, specifically the fact that there was so much of it here in the U.S. and so little of it, say, in Italy. Someone had emailed in a possible explanation: in the U.S., we tend to drive to get somewhere, and if anybody gets in our way it really pisses us off. But in Italy, the proposal went, they really aren't all about "getting somewhere" they tend to just enjoy the trip, regardless of when (or if) they arrive at their final destination. The brothers were aghast! "That's it!!," they proclaimed. "This could be the answer to world peace!!!"
So if they are right (not saying they are 100% of the time), then your little son has figured out a means of addressing a very great issue indeed. Good job!!
Ciao!
The other day I was listening to NPR's Car Talk and the guys were discussing road rage, specifically the fact that there was so much of it here in the U.S. and so little of it, say, in Italy. Someone had emailed in a possible explanation: in the U.S., we tend to drive to get somewhere, and if anybody gets in our way it really pisses us off. But in Italy, the proposal went, they really aren't all about "getting somewhere" they tend to just enjoy the trip, regardless of when (or if) they arrive at their final destination. The brothers were aghast! "That's it!!," they proclaimed. "This could be the answer to world peace!!!"
So if they are right (not saying they are 100% of the time
), then your little son has figured out a means of addressing a very great issue indeed. Good job!!Ciao!
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Originally Posted by hollylemaster
When I'm motoring, I'm motoring. Not thinking about the destination or being late or whatever. Granted, I've not had my car for a week yet so it may change. But I hope not!
That's an adorable story. I have a 10 year old brother that brags to all of his friend's about my MINI, and how much fun it is. I've even taken one of his girl friends out... i love making a kid happy
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Originally Posted by hollylemaster
When I'm motoring, I'm motoring. Granted, I've not had my car for a week yet so it may change.