With elections coming up, I felt that I should post this here, in case what I'm about to say impacts any of your decisions with elections coming up.
My year in 2012 has been the best autocross year I've ever had. I went for it on the national level, and although I came up short at the big show, I did well enough that I am satisfied that with a bit more effort and refinement, I can win. In short, I've proven to myself what I have set out to prove. Also in 2012, I invested myself into the sport and gave back more than I have before - to a class I believe in, and to a club that is growing and moving forward.
Now that our condo is sold, we have a bit of extra cash available to us. It would make a pretty good racing budget actually
But, as much as I would like that, the Director of Harp Operations and myself have agreed that those funds could be put to better use in the short term. So with that said, 2013 is going to be a "no autocross" year for me. Even locals. Participating in local events still requires money and tires..... and hey, once you have a set of tires, why not go to that national tour that's only a few hours away?
If the membership still wants me to lead the club, I'm on board. In fact, I feel like getting away from competition can help with that in some ways. I will still be at meetings and club functions, of course. On the other hand, without being on the front lines and attending a lot of events, absorbing what's happening at our events and nationally, there is a certain detachment that occurs that is unavoidable.
In closing, I only felt it fair to divulge this information. Not only for the best interest of the club, but also to hold myself accountable for the commitment I have made to myself and my household for 2013.
