Toughie

The American Psychological Association has a six step programme (as its American, should that be 'program'?) for dealing with such addiction:

1.  Admitting that one cannot control one's addiction.  Well done, you've already achieved that.
2.  Recognizing a higher power that can give strength,  I've been told, however, that a power between 140 and 180 bhp is the 'sweet spot'.
3.  Examining past errors with the help of a sponsor (experienced member).  E.g. "don't mash the throttle on the exit."
4.  Making amends for these errors.  E.g. having to buy a new wing after mashing the throttle on the exit.
5.  Learning to live a new life with a new code of behavior.  E.g. 05:00 starts help you avoid the "grockles" bimbling about (well done), and remembering that other drivers always underestimate how quickly you come off roundabouts.
6.  Helping others who suffer from the same alcoholism, addictions or compulsions.  E.g. posting idiot responses like this one.

Regards

A

P.S.  Always remember that, like all addiction sufferers, you are not alone.

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Congratulations.  Enjoy.

If only there were some way of making it stand out.

Congratulations Mark.

Like so many, my first craving for a 7 also came when I was a callow youth of about 12 shot summers, but bloody long winters.  In my case, that was so long ago that I had hair on my head, but none on my arse.  I've now been an owner for two years and just love them.

Yours looks absolutely lovely.  I particularly envy the stripe and minilites.  I hope you enjoy her at least half as much as I do mine.

Oh, and welcome to the fold.

Mossy,

Please tell me more about this carbon effect material you've used to protect the A frames.  What is it?  Where do I get it?  Have you had time to find out if its the right solution?

Regards

A