May 26, 2007:

MOT2007 packing day

Unlike last year, MINIsOnTop packing day this year was held at the beautiful outdoor location of Gavin & Janes house:

(this is an “after” pic - no slacking during packing!)

We had to put together 254 envelopes this year, and preparation is key - both the pre-stuffing that Margaret & I did last week, and the Tshirt pre-folding which ensures everything fits in the packages. It’s also key to lay everything out in an “assembly line” style … we achieved under two hours for the whole thing this year!

Also key was a bigger-than-MINI vehicle to get everything back to the post office next week - however my companys (borrowed for the day) Ford Ranger was only just big enough!

After packing, Gavin & Jane provided an excellent BBQ of burgers, hot dogs, salad … and Annette brought brownies! As if that wasn’t enough, we headed down to a great local ice cream store for bonus dessert

Due to not having my MINI, I didn’t have my camera - so many thanks to Michael for the pictures (and you can see a few more in the Gallery)

Also, MANY thanks to everyone that came over and helped yesterday