Kathybakken's blog

First 100

How quickly mileage flies. Our first week and first 100 miles. So far not too many people are aware that the mini is electric though the cops seem more on the ball than most by IDing the electric pretty quickly with appreciative glances. But then, they see a lot of cars.

The fun thing is creeping up behind people and seeing them jump when they realize a car is behind them. The car is that damn quiet. That just never gets old.

Posted at 10:37 AM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Mini-E Comes Home

Took posession of Mini-E 14 today and had an exhilerating ride off the lot. Gorgeous machine. Looking forward to the next year of electric driving and fresh eggs.

Posted at 07:09 PM | Permalink | Comments (2)

Chicken Coop Project: The Coop

I have three chicks on order from My Pet Chicken who will arrive end of June. Two of them will lay green and blue eggs. Still pondering names for the three girls...

I have officially placed my order for my chicken coop. Decided to go with the Omelet Eglu -- seemed the easiest to work with. Plus, their customer service is great and responsive. Isn't it shocking to know that many people who sell coops are flakes? Not Omelet. They called, confirmed, arranged delivery, answered questions -- stellar. Here's the catalog pic -- will post mine as soon as it arrives and gets built in my waiting coop terrace.

Omelet Eglu Cube

Posted at 10:47 AM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Rangers Save Baby Gorilla from Traffickers

Gorilla CD Rescue

Take a second and donate to a cause that could really use the extra help. These guys risk their lives for this amazing endangered species. Really inspiring.

Gorilla CD

Posted at 11:04 AM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Mini-E Wall Charger Installation

One of the first steps to getting the Mini-E is the Wall Charger installation. We got that done today! Installation was paid for by Mini as long as we were up to speed on the wiring. And we were.

So, now we just have to clean the garage so the car actually fits...

Posted at 09:10 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

Frenchie at Rest

Beached Walrus

Posted at 04:27 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

The Mini-E Chronicles

Well it's official. We have been approved and have come on board as test drivers for the new Mini-E field trial-- a totally hot, pure electric vehical. We'll be seeing it for the first time in person at a Mini-E event May 5th. This should be an exciting *green* adventure!

I had an EV1 during it's all too brief life on this planet and it was a breathtaking ride. Being able to try out this mini-e takes some of the sting out of what eventually happened to these beautiful beasts.

The special Wall Box Installation is the first step and that's due any day now. Just signed the documents to have it done today.

Let the games begin!