Monday, September 5, 2011

{ Second Date: ASHLEY & MIKE }


A BIG thanks to Bondurant Racing School of High Performance Driving for sponsoring Ashley and Mike's date. For an unbeatable driving experience, book a class. Shifter Kart classes available.  


In Mike's Words:


As I have come to experience, second dates are usually better than first dates, and this date proved no different. In fact, activity-wise this was probably the best date I’ve ever been on. Ashley knew I’m a big car guy, and she organized the perfect date for me. She left the day’s plan as a surprise and we quickly embarked to meet some sort of deadline. On the way over we just so happened to drive head first into a sandstorm of epic proportions. People were pulling off onto the shoulder of the highway, as if in a crippling snow blizzard or something. As soon as I saw the sign of the facility (Bondurant Racing School) I knew what we were up to, and I couldn’t have been more stoked to get out there and get in a car. Suddenly the recommended attire of “levis, close-toed shoes” started to make sense.

Here in Utah one of my favorite things to do is to take my car out the Miller Motorsports Park road course for a day on the track. However, I haven’t been able to go out for the last 2 years because my track car has been in pieces. This was an awesome opportunity to get some seat time, and see if Ashley really can put up with my passion for cars and racing (I swear I’m not as 1-dimensional as it seems ha.) Out on the autocross course she not only put up with my enthusiasm, she got a little over-enthusiastic herself, knocking over more than a few cones and powersliding through the corners! There’s something to be said about a girl that can drive, and drive well (and even prefers a manual); definitely an attractive attribute. After our own escapades on the autocross course, they took us out for a hot-lap on the big road course in a track prepped Corvette with a professional driver. I saw my life flash before my eyes, as I’m more comfortable in the driver’s seat, but that truly was an incredible experience. I’m always game for an adrenaline pulsing adventure, and the crew at the Bondurant Racing School were impressive and such great hosts.

Still reeling from the driving school, we headed out to what Ashley self-proclaims as “the best sushi place ever.” Conversation on the date was flowing naturally, and it seemed like now that we were past some of the ‘first date formalities’ that we had some familiarity to go on. The specialty sushi rolls (that some of Ashley’s friends actually helped the owner name) were indeed incredible, and this really was the best sushi I had ever had (in my limited sushi house-ing experience)! The date ended well, with a nice hug and a positive vibe all around. Good eats, good people, and sharing a unique experience with someone who appreciates it; you can’t ask for much more.

7 comments:

The Hoogland Family said...

I am glad that you brought Mike back, he is a solid guy. To be honest I forgot about him, but when I saw him again I was like, oh yeah he was nice, maybe a little quiet and shy. He isn't super charasmatic (which isn't a flaw by any means) but after this date I could see that he is funny, adorable, thoughtful, and he has a rugged manly character as well. He and Ashley look good together, but was there chemistry? That can always come later right, as they get to know each other? You can tell he likes her.

Rachel said...

I thought it was funny to hear Rick Astley's song playing in the background at a Japanese restaurant. That was a cool date idea! It looked like lots of fun.

Sarah Keith said...

Very cute couple. He seems really loyal and solid-so important in a husband. Oh and very good looking!

The Williams Family said...

I loved this date! I had also forgotten about Mike, but am glad she brought him back. Nice gentleman, down to earth, solid, etc... Loved the sharing of the soda in the car. Nice comment about the lips. I see potential for the future with this guy. Best potential so far from the 2nd dates I have seen.

ktaycall said...

I like him A LOT! I think they look really cute together and he seems like a sweetheart. He has my vote.

Kim Messick said...

Oh, HE'S my favorite! And that was the best date by far!!! So fun!!! And didn't Ashley look so cute in that helmet?
PICK MIKE!!!

Melanie said...

Love reading all of the positive comments about Mike! On other dates, they refer to him as 'boring'. I don't see that at all. I see sincere, thoughtful, wise, adventurous. I am a fan of their dynamic. Even though he wasn't as flirty as some of the others, I think he is more sincere about his interest in her.