210 miles clocked up.

3 days into the new job and the new commute and it's all going smoothly. The A34 is always a little restrictive as the amount of traffic doesn't allow high speeds or a relaxed cruise but the small twisty section of the ride between Newbury and Andover is ace. It's been attacked 3 times each time has been at 90% which for me is impressive. I'm sure the novelty will wear off once it has been done a hundred times but for now, it's awesome. Today I started splitting traffic on the 34 and then looked down and realised I was splitting lanes at nearly 90. MMmmmm. I think I will need to listen to my MP3 or start calculating mpg figures to keep myself occupied as otherwise, I may find my license being in danger. It's fun though. I still need to wait for the first "wet" commute which I am not looking forward to. I don't mind riding in the rain but knowing I still need to be presentable when I arrive is driving me to consider buying more kit. (who said......"any excuse!").

The VFR is now so far overdue for a service that I think I will need to give it a minor service at the weekend so I can still sleep at night. Just an oil/filter change will do and it will keep me rolling for a few more weeks until I can get it serviced by someone more technically adept.

The job is going well. Lots to do and everyone seems nice enough and I can see myself spending the next few months there. I'm feeling a little lost though as I haven't had any training on any systems and I am trying to teach myself 4 very vital programs. This makes it more rewarding when I work something out but also slows everything down. I also haven't had any formal inductionr tour so I am finding myself physically lost as well as mentally. Maybe tomorrow I will feel a litte more at home and begin to get stuck into the work.