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My father likes to say that there are three kinds of people: those who learn from their own mistakes, those who can learn from the mistakes of others, and those hopeless souls who don’t even learn from their own mistakes. As I found myself starting yet another road trip behind schedule, I tried to quantify how disappointed he’d be in …

4/19 Update: I’m bringing this post back to the front because I’ve now got a location in mind. Many thanks to reader Jack R, who spent some time scouting suitable locations for us to meet. We’re going to Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden! It’s close to Handbuilt (5 minute drive), won’t have live music going to drown out any …

Every summer, Vy and I take a motorcycle trip – we try to alternate between staying in the US or going out of the country. In 2017, we took 12 days to explore England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. I’ve shared the story in several parts over the last few months, so here’s one place where you can catch it …

June 28th, 2017 – London, England to London, England: ~25 miles Missed Day 11? June 27th, 2017 – Birmingham, England to London, England: ~130 miles Just like that, we’re at the last day. Vy and I spend some time in London to see the usual sights, and of course we bring Baby Jack along for our tourism spree: As our …