Several weeks ago I was invited to spend the day with my father at the Amberley Vintage Car Show. Old cars don’t really do anything for me, but it was a fantastic opportunity to spend the day with someone I love dearly, and had important bridges to start building with again. If you have read my Meltdown Series, you’ll know where I’m coming from.

The weather was not great, but it refrained from raining for most of the day. I got picked up by my father in his lovingly restored Sunbeam that he was exhibiting at the show (that’s the beast in the picture below).

When we arrived, we parked up, and spent the whole day wandering around, looking at the exhibits, taking lots of photos and paying extortionate prices for food and drink. Note for the next time: take a picnic!

Some light entertainment was provided by this car, a 1927 Austin Heavy 12/4 Windsor Saloon. It looked absolutely terrible, and the sign attached to the front just made both of us fall about laughing for about 20 minutes. Simple things.

Most importantly though, we spent the whole day together. We both had a wonderful day, and despite my earlier post about the potential for redundancy, I felt better. I updated him on my divorce, my money situation, and how I was coming along with my goals. I also discussed some potential career options should the worst happen.

He was supportive, he listened, and he offered ideas.

I was also shocked at the response my post generated from my friends around the blogosphere. Thank you to all who commented.

Wherever you are, and in whatever state, never forget the importance of support from your family and friends. They will cheer you on when you are up, and cheer you up when you are down.

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