Day 325 of 365: FINALLY!

I FINALLY passed my driving test today. Had my exam at 8:10am, and my examiner this time around was really nice and realistic. My instructor rode in the car with us, so I think that helped ease my stress a little bit as well.

Only had 3 minor faults too!

Look out world, I'm on the road again! :)


And got lovely pressies from K and Ian. Thank you!

Day 319 of 365: Boo Hoo

So, no photos lately because I've been busy with trying to NOT worry about the practical driving test that I took yesterday....which I failed...but I won't go into any details.

Photos will resume tomorrow!

Day 293 of 365: Sooooo...I.....

.....I....

I PASSED MY THEORY TEST!

And I did a lot better than I thought I was going to. Got 49/50 on the multiple choice, and 62/75 on the hazard perception part of the test.

WOOT!

So, I phoned BSM to schedule my exam, and I should be getting a letter in the post with my date. Unfortunately, though, I don't think it'll be before my year deadline...but that's o.k.

Now, just need to wait for The Husband to text me and then I can pick him up from the train station.

So wanted to say thank you to everyone who gave me words of encouragement, wisdom, and support. I couldn't have done it without you. :)

Day 291 of 365: I Can't Wait....

...until I don't have to use this blinkin' DVD anymore!

It's to practice everything I need to practice for the driving theory test. Ian is away this weekend in Germany helping Mel move to England, so he said I should "take advantage of the peace and quiet and study"

After the test, I'm going to need to take a break from driving stuff....it's driving me a bit mad! lol

Day 286 of 365: Crash, Bang, Boom!

Tonight Ian and I went to IKEA to try and spend the rest of our gift card that his aunt and uncle gave us.

We picked up the new rug that you see above, but the most exciting bit of the evening was our minor car accident at a roundabout.

Basically, someone wasn't signaling when they were coming around, so Ian waited until they passed by. The woman behind us was watching this wanker drive as well, and thought that Ian and I were driving off as opposed to what we were really doing, which was still sitting there.

Next thing we know, BANG! into the back of the car.

We pulled into the bus stop that was nearby and go out to assess the damage. When it first happened I thought we were on fire, because I didn't know how far back the gas tank on the car is, and plus all I saw was steam coming from the exhaust.

Then, as I got out of the car, I called the people that hit us "fuckers," which was a bit dramatic, I know....but I was upset. Ian said while we were still in the vehicle "Well, I DID love this car..."

It was a young girl and her boyfriend that were in the car that hit us. She was quite relieved that no damage was done to either car. Ian and I did tell her though that we had a stiff back and headaches. We exchanged details, and drove off.

So now, we hope that we don't wake up with completely stiff necks tomorrow.

Day 283 of 365: Vroom Vroom

So, I know it's only for my provisional license, but it's nice to see that it's been issued and on its way. :)

And yes I have been M.I.A. lately with the whole blog...but been a bit stressed out lately due to work and not been taking any photos. Will try and shape up yet again....

Day 211 of 365: Stop, In the Name of Love

My view on the way to work.

And yes, you may just be able to see that I listen to Chris Moyles on the way to work in the morning. LOVE his show. No wonder he's been on the radio for so long.

Anyway, which is the really busy roundabout that I approach that EVERYONE seems to use in the morning. Drives me nuts.

But I felt bad for the guy on the motorbike in front of me because shortly after he got into the queue, his bike stalled to the point where he couldn't restart it, so he had to pull over into the bus lane on the left.

Poor guy.

And this shot was taken after I had sat in the queue of traffic for about 10 minutes. And the line goes for about half a mile behind me. It's crazy in the morning.

Day 205 of 365: They Call It Mellow Yellow

I see yellow buses taking loads of kids to school every day. Damn you roundabout that leads to all the schools!!! Cars and buses. That's my view in the morning.

Today is also the 8 yr. anniversary of 9/11. Still makes me think a lot whenever this day arrives.

Also, my Grandmother passed away on 9/11 (although not the same year as terrorist attacks).

And then last night I found out my younger brother is in the hospital with either pneumonia or Tuberculosis, although it's looking more like it's pneumonia. Hopefully he'll be all right. Atleast he was able to email me (they have Wi-Fi in hospitals now???).

Day 204 of 365: Sit Sit Sit

Every day I drive home from work, I always end up sitting next to this street sign for like, FOREVER.

Driving through Winchester during rush hour isn't exactly my cup of tea. The traffic is usually backed up to the hospital, and I feel as though I sit in my car for far too long. This sign though is right before a mini roundabout where more people come from the right that I feel is necessary.

Nobody wants to drive into Winchester....everyone leaves it at 5PM.....

Day 177 of 365: For Christine

Ask and yee shall receive!

The sign that hangs in the back of our car so if I happen to goof up just a little bit while driving, people can understand. :)

And it's on the driver's side, Christine, so I can barely see it in the back window while driving. Just makes me feel a bit more relaxed on the road. Which is strange because it's just a little sign!

Although, I don't know about anyone else, but I feel that I drive better as an American than any of the elderly that are still driving. I mean, roundabouts have been around since the 50s...you'd think that they would understand them better than Americans do.

Day 175 of 365: Crying, WAITING, Hoping...

Sitting in the car park waiting to go into work.

No matter what time I leave, I always get to work too early.

So today I sat and listening to the Chris Moyles' show, even though he's on holiday.

Day 174 of 365: I've Been Driving In My Car

On my way home from work. The cars in front of me started moving.....but it was kind of cool to not have anyone honk behind me.

Maybe it's my "Caution New Driver!" sign that Ian bought for me?

Day 157 of 365: Dear Sir or Madam, Will You Read My Book?

Time to get a-readin' and really start to study.

Need to apply for my provisional license here soon.

Ian has quizzed me on some signs though, and I got them all correct. *phew*

Day 67 of 365: Baby, You Can Drive My Car

(This is actually a sort of cheat post....but I was excited about this. :) )

Ian had been talking about needing to get a car for us.

NORMALLY he relies on his work van to get around long distances. But, with the changes at work, he's not allowed to take the van out on the weekends. Sooooo.....a car was DEFINITELY needed. Plus, once I get there, if my job is a good distance away, I'd need to drive during the week.

He took it to the brewery yesterday to clean it, detail it, etc. And there she is!

Wonder what we're going to name her?

Day 15 of 365: Baby You Can Drive My Car

Took this while waiting at a red light near the fire station. Too cold for my blood!