I am cruising at 37,000 feet just leaving Utah on my way to Houston thinking that one year ago we were in Budapest Hungary for our first m3. My memories include the great time I had bonding with all of our m3 members and the incredible experience I had while in Europe. I cannot begin to face the fact that it has already been one year since we were together in Budapest.
I had never been to Europe before and prior to our trip, I was trying to visualize and anticipate what it would be like being there. After a long flight we finally touched down in Budapest, then the one-hour ride to our hotel. We checked in and were taken to our suite. When we walked in and looked out the big picture windows the view took our breath away. It was incredible. It was very clear that there was much history to learn about in this city.
The m3 proved to be better than any of us could of imagined. Many of the break throughs’ we had together will never be forgotten and I can still see the looks in our m3 members eyes as they pushed forward to break arrows on their windpipes, or break boards with little or not effort because of the mindset development we each went through together.
After the m3 wrapped up it was then off to catch a train and head to Vienna. Again, the history, food, people were incredible. I love food and my favorite food while there was pretty simple stuff. I fell in love with the sausage stands on the corners. Not sure what they do to make it so good, but after stopping for a sausage and cold beer, I could not wait till I was hungry again so we could go back for more.
After a couple days in Vienna, we hopped the train headed for Prague. Now this was a real eye opener for me. The people were not as warm and out going as the people in Budapest or Vienna. They seemed a little cold. However, one night there we went to the oldest restaurant and beer pub. This sucker was built in 1495 and still stands today. The minute you walk in they are throwing you a big mug of dark beer and later insist you take a shot of schnapps as it will make your stomach bigger so your can eat and drink more than you usually would. At least that is what they told us. Too Funny. They still had the painting on the walls, which were there when the first social gathering and beer binges took place. Again, the architecture, history, breads of all kinds and the getting lost in the many streets are memories that will never leave me.
After a few days in Prague, we jumped on board our train one last time to return to Budapest. If you have never taken a train ride in Europe make sure to do so. The big glass windows and views of the endless miles of rolling fields were so beautiful. We saw ring neck pheasants, deer, ducks and all kinds of wild life which made me feel right at home.We walked back to the dinning car, sat and were served a great meal while cruzing along enjoying the scenery. Again, new experiences that I we will never forget. This leads me to the next m3 of 2009.
We are about to announce the dates and location of the next m3. I am so excited as I know that all of us will be able to leave this event with a treasure trove of memories and experiences. NOt to mention the education and contacts. I am already thinking of places I want to visit and explore while in this Country. I have been there many times but there is so much to see that I already have my list of things I must do while there.
The content of the m3 will be mind expanding to say the least. Each event does prove to get better and better and we promise once again to under promise and over deliver.
I cannot put a price on the experiences, people and memories I have from each event I have attended over the last decade. I have been fortunate enough to travel to the Caribbean about 20 to 25times. I have now been to Europe and I have a long wish list of places I still plan on seeing before I cash in. This is what this industry has done for many others and myself.
If you have yet to become an m3 member, do so as soon as possible. It will be unlike anything you have ever experienced guaranteed!!! And the location????? Well, I can’t say anymore for now but you will know very soon. Make sure you are taking in all life has to offer. Time flies, our lives are on cruise control, don’t let any of these experiences pass you by. Time flies' when you are having fun!!!
See ya soon at the m3,
Karl
PS, Bring he sun block and swimming suit… hint hint!!!