Category Archives: Cars
I REALLY didn’t want to hear that!
After just 3 1/2 hours of sleep, I left for work this morning in our 1979 F150, Wild Bill. If you have ever driven an old pickup, you know that the steering isn’t very tight. It’s more like steering a … Continue reading
In praise of buying used
Several weeks ago, I had to buy tires for Wild Bill, my old F150. As is the norm, things did not go as smoothly as I had hoped. I bought a set of tires and rims only to discover that they … Continue reading
Never a doubt
I left work today with my last trip to Texas still on my mind. Internally, I was warming my leg for the whole drive up just in case I needed to kick myself. It was worth it. I made the right … Continue reading
It’s better outside the box
Wild Bill threw a shoe recently. When we (really my wife and kids) have had to use the truck, we have been driving on a spare. My son, always trying to be helpful, went out of his way on several … Continue reading
If I only had a brain…
That was the Scarecrow’s chorus in “The Wizard of Oz.” He called me and wants royalties from me! I didn’t get a call from the general manager of the Honda shop last night. So, in anticipation of his call this … Continue reading
I didn’t even officially ask!
In our last episode, I was rushing the car back to the Honda shop hoping that someone was there even though they were closing when I drove off their lot 30 minutes earlier. I prayed a desperation prayer, “God, please … Continue reading
What’s that burning smell?
I picked up the Honda from the shop after work. I got it serviced before my wife drives to Nashville to visit a few friends this weekend. I asked the shop to fix only what was necessary. That came to … Continue reading
Where are the Christmas lights?
The storm finally made it to KC at 1:30 this afternoon. By 2:15, the ground was covered. By 6:00, it was 3″ deep. Rooftops and trees were covered. The only things missing were Christmas lights and I expected them to be turned on … Continue reading
Cleared to keep my money a little longer
I received a welcome but unexpected surprise this morning. I took off for work in my daughter’s Honda this morning like every other morning. The red “Seat Belt” light was doing its job. After I put my seat belt, I noticed … Continue reading
Context makes all the difference
I frequently highlight the small blessings that occur in my life on this blog. I don’t just do it on or for this blog. I practice this in my daily life. Many years ago, I read in the Psalms that God … Continue reading
