A recent commercial I saw for the search engine Bing made me wonder how they can claim they are preferred over Google. A simple search reveals it simply isn't true. Just check this stat: http://www.ebizmba.com/articles/search-engines
How do they get away with it? It's all in the wording. If you watch the commercial you can see what I'm talking about: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tf6XhAn6X1g
In addition to the direction by the personality to search only for certain items, the statement at the end is a dead giveaway. Obviously they are referring to their little sample they made while filming these segments, but it's not really stated. I think most people are aware of this, but I thought it worth pointing out.
And while we are talking about Bing, I don't believe for a moment that they are truly ahead of Yahoo as a search engine. Anyone who has visited msn.com will know what I'm talking about. Being another Microsoft site, msn.com uses Bing for any searches their news feed needs to do. A lot of the features they do have to do with celebrities and who is in foreclosure, who is least popular, what a celebs real names, etc. If you click each one, it can easily amount to hundreds of Bing searches in a matter of minutes. Way to inflate the numbers Microsoft!
Switching gears for a moment, I've coined a new phrase, coastal smurfs. As everyone knows, the coastal areas of this country are mostly blue when it comes to voting. New York City, Boston, Philadelphia and Washington DC on the right coast and San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland and Seattle on the left coast. There are many reasons why this is the case, but the one I want to examine is attitude.
We the people here in middle America know what I'm talking about. The coastal smurfs are better educated, more hip, and just seem to know what's best for the rest, or so they think. You can hear it in their voices when they talk to us in their news broadcasts, documentaries, movies or tech podcasts. They will often claim they have a feel for what the common man needs. BULL$#!+.
I've known this was true of journalists since the time I started paying attention. By that I mean after the kids are grown and you have more time to be aware of things which are happening around you. We all know that when raising children, there just isn't much time for doing anything else, period. But when the little rugrats are out producing rugrats of their own, it frees up your mind to take in and analyze the information you receive from various sources.
A good example was listening to a speech made by the president and then having the friendly members of the fourth estate explain what he said to me. Prior to the time I started paying attention, I would often just let them listen for me. I thought they were my friends. Boy was I ever wrong!
While some in the media obviously have a true agenda, there are others who just can't help themselves. They are coastal smurfs who were just raised believing that they are the chosen ones who are there to lead the rest of us out of the darkness. I have pity on them for they are truly the clueless ones. The ones destined to lead a lonely life in local news or until the time they figure out for themselves that they aren't as important as they thought they were.
Those media people who know what their true purpose in life is are far more dangerous. They know their mission is to indoctrinate the masses with the liberal agenda. It's just been a fact of growing up in this country for a long, long time now. At least until people like Rush Limbaugh and Fox news came along.
But make no mistake, while we now at least have a choice of what agenda mongers we get our news from, the bias is still there. It's just slanted the other way if you choose Fox news. For the record, I believe Fox news is closer to the actual truth than the liberal press, but they still present the facts with a conservative slant if you watch closely.
So what is a person to do? How is one supposed to get the news? The answer is pretty clear. You can choose sides and find a news source that you like and agree with or you can listen to both sides and make up your own mind. For the most part that is what I do. I read news on both the liberal and conservative websites and then decide which one to believe.
It's often not difficult as most of the liberal sites have toned their agenda way down to compete with Fox news. Competition is a great thing and for that reason I am grateful to Rush Limbaugh and Fox news for introducing it into the American news media. We are truly better informed than ever now!
Friday, May 31, 2013
Monday, May 20, 2013
Precious little to do
Although I said long ago when asked how I would fill time after I retire, I answered that I would have no problem at all, what with all my computer activities, and an old car to work on, etc. And for the most part, that has been true, but there are times when it seems like there is nothing to do.
Let me rephrase that just a bit, there is nothing I want to do. I have a Buick out in the garage, just sitting
there waiting to be worked on. In fact I started draining the oil the other day to change it, but I simply left the plug out and it has been draining ever since. I think it is no doubt drained by now.
I need to put the drain plug back in and remove the oil filter to completely finish the process. Then I need a new oil filter to replace the old one, but that means I have to drive all the way (a few blocks) to the O'Reilly auto parts store (they have one in stock), to buy one. But my gas light is on, so that means I have to get gas, and that is a hassle. Nothing is ever simple.
There have also been unplanned activities to occupy my time such as ball games. My grandson (Billy) played high school baseball for the Seymour Owls and has done quite well. I really enjoy attending the games to watch them play, but that will soon end as he heads off to college this fall. No word yet on whether or not he will play ball in college.
And this past weekend, I played host to my granddaughters, Lexi (12) and Kylie (11), as their parents attended Billy's baseball invitational tournament in Carmel, Indiana, which is located just north of Indianapolis. I did enjoy that, even though they can be quite a handful at times. I raised a boy and a girl, but I think it is different when both siblings are the same sex and very close in age.
I usually have things available to fill the gaps left by the lack of other activities such as TV. I record certain shows I like to watch for when I eat meals, or have nothing else to do. As all of that is done here on my computer, it means I usually eat my meals here in front of the monitors. Lucky for me I have a keyboard that is easy to clean!
Plus there are certain times when I don't want to start an activity which I know I cannot finish due to something else. Like now I am waiting to hear back from the body shop to get an estimate for damage done to my car on April 19th. A friend visiting the neighbor across the street didn't see my car parked in front of my place and backed into it.
Damage was minor, but the door would not open, at least until my son-n-law (Randy) did some minor surgery with a hammer. The insurance company had me contact the shop I wanted to do the repairs for an estimate and pictures, but so far they have not gotten back to me. If they don't contact me by tomorrow morning, I will call and find out what the hold up is. I'm not in a big hurry as I can drive the car, but I do want it fixed.
My car is now parked in my driveway, but even that is a hassle as my oldest granddaughter (Jordan) lives with me and is always parked behind me. Not a problem when she is at work or school, but she sleeps odd hours due to her work schedule, so I never really know if she is asleep or awake and I hate to wake her to move her car. We need an extra set of keys so I can just move it when she is asleep. Another thing to add to my list of things to do that I don't want to do! LOL
And for those of you wondering, yes I am a very lazy person. I basically worked my whole life, (age 15-60), and I can't recall any job that I liked to do, mainly because I don't like to work. And so now that I don't have to work, at least things I don't want to do, I don't do them. I much prefer sitting here typing on a keyboard than doing any kind of manual labor, period!
And my lack of physical activity shows, in both physique and stamina. One of the jobs I was charged with while the girls stayed with me was grocery shopping (another job I hate). The trip around the floor of Walmart about wore me out! Luckily I had the girls to bring in the sacks of food and put them away while I rested. Ah to be young again...
So yes I have things to do, but when you have a brain like mine that consistently makes a better argument for sitting here in my chair, what is a person to do? The power of persuasion is a beautiful thing. It actually doesn't take much of an argument as I already prefer doing nothing rather than something that involves me getting out of this chair.
My daughter (Autumn), bless her heart, tries to make me stay active, but it's a losing battle. I am the poster child for the lazy american. Having been this way all my life, it is very difficult to make changes now, especially since I don't really have to.
Let me rephrase that just a bit, there is nothing I want to do. I have a Buick out in the garage, just sitting
there waiting to be worked on. In fact I started draining the oil the other day to change it, but I simply left the plug out and it has been draining ever since. I think it is no doubt drained by now.
I need to put the drain plug back in and remove the oil filter to completely finish the process. Then I need a new oil filter to replace the old one, but that means I have to drive all the way (a few blocks) to the O'Reilly auto parts store (they have one in stock), to buy one. But my gas light is on, so that means I have to get gas, and that is a hassle. Nothing is ever simple.
There have also been unplanned activities to occupy my time such as ball games. My grandson (Billy) played high school baseball for the Seymour Owls and has done quite well. I really enjoy attending the games to watch them play, but that will soon end as he heads off to college this fall. No word yet on whether or not he will play ball in college.
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I usually have things available to fill the gaps left by the lack of other activities such as TV. I record certain shows I like to watch for when I eat meals, or have nothing else to do. As all of that is done here on my computer, it means I usually eat my meals here in front of the monitors. Lucky for me I have a keyboard that is easy to clean!
Plus there are certain times when I don't want to start an activity which I know I cannot finish due to something else. Like now I am waiting to hear back from the body shop to get an estimate for damage done to my car on April 19th. A friend visiting the neighbor across the street didn't see my car parked in front of my place and backed into it.Damage was minor, but the door would not open, at least until my son-n-law (Randy) did some minor surgery with a hammer. The insurance company had me contact the shop I wanted to do the repairs for an estimate and pictures, but so far they have not gotten back to me. If they don't contact me by tomorrow morning, I will call and find out what the hold up is. I'm not in a big hurry as I can drive the car, but I do want it fixed.
My car is now parked in my driveway, but even that is a hassle as my oldest granddaughter (Jordan) lives with me and is always parked behind me. Not a problem when she is at work or school, but she sleeps odd hours due to her work schedule, so I never really know if she is asleep or awake and I hate to wake her to move her car. We need an extra set of keys so I can just move it when she is asleep. Another thing to add to my list of things to do that I don't want to do! LOL
And for those of you wondering, yes I am a very lazy person. I basically worked my whole life, (age 15-60), and I can't recall any job that I liked to do, mainly because I don't like to work. And so now that I don't have to work, at least things I don't want to do, I don't do them. I much prefer sitting here typing on a keyboard than doing any kind of manual labor, period!
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And my lack of physical activity shows, in both physique and stamina. One of the jobs I was charged with while the girls stayed with me was grocery shopping (another job I hate). The trip around the floor of Walmart about wore me out! Luckily I had the girls to bring in the sacks of food and put them away while I rested. Ah to be young again...
So yes I have things to do, but when you have a brain like mine that consistently makes a better argument for sitting here in my chair, what is a person to do? The power of persuasion is a beautiful thing. It actually doesn't take much of an argument as I already prefer doing nothing rather than something that involves me getting out of this chair.
My daughter (Autumn), bless her heart, tries to make me stay active, but it's a losing battle. I am the poster child for the lazy american. Having been this way all my life, it is very difficult to make changes now, especially since I don't really have to.
Saturday, May 4, 2013
Been Awhile
Felt like posting on my blog today, first time in a long time. What caused this sudden desire to peck on my keyboard? This article I read in USA Today. Having visited 5 cities in the top ten, I felt somewhat qualified to make a comment or two.
#9 - Washington D.C.
It has been a long time since I've been to our nation's capital, but I do remember it well. Having been there several times, my worst recollection of driving here was entering and leaving the city, always a hassle. Traveling around in the city itself was bad, but no worse than any other major city in the country in my opinion.
On some visits,we rode the train in, but most of our traveling then was by foot. As educational as a visit to this city is, I feel whatever travel misery you suffer here it is worth it. And for the record, Washington D.C. is the 74th largest city by population in the world.
#5 - New York City
Having driven a little in this, the 8th most populated city in the world, I can only say that I agree with the article which places NYC 5th on their list. The highways are very crowded, but where I drove (entering via George Washinton bridge and driving north to Yonkers), the people seemed to be courteous and somewhat forgiving of tourists. No doubt driving in downtown Manhattan might not have been the same experience, but that is to be expected, I would think.
We did walk across the Brooklyn bridge and traffic there seemed to be moving at a good pace. No doubt not a rush-hour situation, but during the afternoon on the weekend instead. During our visit, all transportation in and out and around the city was by bus, trains and feet! Another educational experience, I'm glad I went and would like to go back again.
#3 - San Francisco
Number 3 in the top 10 worst, San Francisco isn't all that bad in my opinion. Of course I was only a passenger in the front seat of the car we were in, but I think you get a better perspective on how the traffic is this way. San Francisco-San Jose is listed as the 55th largest city in the world, but this is somewhat deceptive as Oakland is also part of the metropolitan area.
We drove in from the north on highway 101 and crossed into the city via the Golden Gate bridge. One of the best views I can ever remember. Once in the city we traveled by bus around the city and took a boat out to Alcatraz island. We exited the city to the south, again via highway 101, and to my way of thinking, the traffic didn't seem as bad as it did in NYC. Maybe it was different for the driver.
By the way, San Jose is number 7 on the list, but I included my impressions in with San Francisco. If it weren't for the signs, you would never know you left one city and entered another.
#1 - Los Angeles
Hands down, no doubt about it, the worst city I have ever driven in. I've been to LA twice now, once as the driver and once as the front seat passenger and both times I saw nothing that would cause me to think any differently.
As the 17th most populated city in the world, LA is spread out a lot more than most large cities. Most of the metro area is comprised of many smaller towns and cities, so it almost seems like you are in one huge city instead of many small ones.
Regardless of how it's laid out, it is crowded, have no doubt about that. Freeways going in all directions and mostly bumper to bumper, even if the speed does increase to the posted limit now and then. And driving on the surface streets in and around town is the worse. All you see are vehicles, everywhere you look!
I also found the drivers to be very rude, especially to those who are from places other than LA. It's almost like a competition to find an open spot on the freeway where someone will let you in. I have no desire to return to this city anytime soon.
Another large city you might expect to be on this list is Chicago, considering it is the 28th most populated city in the world, but apparently that is not the case. All of my trips in and around Chicago were most pleasant for such a large city. I guess midwesterners know how to keep things moving along!
#9 - Washington D.C.
It has been a long time since I've been to our nation's capital, but I do remember it well. Having been there several times, my worst recollection of driving here was entering and leaving the city, always a hassle. Traveling around in the city itself was bad, but no worse than any other major city in the country in my opinion.
On some visits,we rode the train in, but most of our traveling then was by foot. As educational as a visit to this city is, I feel whatever travel misery you suffer here it is worth it. And for the record, Washington D.C. is the 74th largest city by population in the world.
Having driven a little in this, the 8th most populated city in the world, I can only say that I agree with the article which places NYC 5th on their list. The highways are very crowded, but where I drove (entering via George Washinton bridge and driving north to Yonkers), the people seemed to be courteous and somewhat forgiving of tourists. No doubt driving in downtown Manhattan might not have been the same experience, but that is to be expected, I would think.
We did walk across the Brooklyn bridge and traffic there seemed to be moving at a good pace. No doubt not a rush-hour situation, but during the afternoon on the weekend instead. During our visit, all transportation in and out and around the city was by bus, trains and feet! Another educational experience, I'm glad I went and would like to go back again.
#3 - San Francisco
Number 3 in the top 10 worst, San Francisco isn't all that bad in my opinion. Of course I was only a passenger in the front seat of the car we were in, but I think you get a better perspective on how the traffic is this way. San Francisco-San Jose is listed as the 55th largest city in the world, but this is somewhat deceptive as Oakland is also part of the metropolitan area.
We drove in from the north on highway 101 and crossed into the city via the Golden Gate bridge. One of the best views I can ever remember. Once in the city we traveled by bus around the city and took a boat out to Alcatraz island. We exited the city to the south, again via highway 101, and to my way of thinking, the traffic didn't seem as bad as it did in NYC. Maybe it was different for the driver.
By the way, San Jose is number 7 on the list, but I included my impressions in with San Francisco. If it weren't for the signs, you would never know you left one city and entered another.
#1 - Los Angeles
Hands down, no doubt about it, the worst city I have ever driven in. I've been to LA twice now, once as the driver and once as the front seat passenger and both times I saw nothing that would cause me to think any differently.
As the 17th most populated city in the world, LA is spread out a lot more than most large cities. Most of the metro area is comprised of many smaller towns and cities, so it almost seems like you are in one huge city instead of many small ones.
Regardless of how it's laid out, it is crowded, have no doubt about that. Freeways going in all directions and mostly bumper to bumper, even if the speed does increase to the posted limit now and then. And driving on the surface streets in and around town is the worse. All you see are vehicles, everywhere you look!
I also found the drivers to be very rude, especially to those who are from places other than LA. It's almost like a competition to find an open spot on the freeway where someone will let you in. I have no desire to return to this city anytime soon.
Monday, January 14, 2013
January Update
Where have I been? Good question. I've been here, but either there wasn't anything to write about or I just didn't feel like writing about it. And no, there is nothing wrong with me, except the usual wintertime blues that happens to so many this time of the year.
I didn't feel like driving my car too far from home until it was fixed, so that meant no road trips to report on. The holidays were busy times and even though it was nice, I just didn't have time or the desire to write about it.
But thanks to Randy and Autumn, the car is once again functioning properly, for the most part, and I've even managed to drive to Vevay within the last week or so. Mom's birthday (86th) was the 8th, so I went down last Friday to take her out for lunch. Of course a trip to Wal-Mart was part of the deal so it ended up taking most of the day.
My sister Judy went along when we went to eat at Jewell's On Main in Warsaw, KY, but she didn't feel like making the trip to Madison for the Wal-Mart run. Can't say I blame her for that, I would have gotten out of it myself if at all possible.
Ordered and received the pair of hubs for the rear wheels on the car, so once the time is right and the weather decides to stay warm, they will be installed. Not a bad deal as I got both for $79.95 shipped and that includes a 2 year warranty.
The place I got them, 1AAuto on the web, even provides videos on how to change them out. It looks to be easy enough to do, so hopefully that can be accomplished before too long. I think if it makes a big difference I may go ahead and order ones for the front as well, but that can wait a bit.
The weather has been a little odd, after a couple of days of 60 degree high's, woke up this morning to 20 degrees showing on the Weatherbug app. Brrrrr, that's quite a change. I wanted to stay curled up in my bed where it was warm, but I got up instead.
I didn't feel like driving my car too far from home until it was fixed, so that meant no road trips to report on. The holidays were busy times and even though it was nice, I just didn't have time or the desire to write about it.
But thanks to Randy and Autumn, the car is once again functioning properly, for the most part, and I've even managed to drive to Vevay within the last week or so. Mom's birthday (86th) was the 8th, so I went down last Friday to take her out for lunch. Of course a trip to Wal-Mart was part of the deal so it ended up taking most of the day.
My sister Judy went along when we went to eat at Jewell's On Main in Warsaw, KY, but she didn't feel like making the trip to Madison for the Wal-Mart run. Can't say I blame her for that, I would have gotten out of it myself if at all possible.
Ordered and received the pair of hubs for the rear wheels on the car, so once the time is right and the weather decides to stay warm, they will be installed. Not a bad deal as I got both for $79.95 shipped and that includes a 2 year warranty.
The place I got them, 1AAuto on the web, even provides videos on how to change them out. It looks to be easy enough to do, so hopefully that can be accomplished before too long. I think if it makes a big difference I may go ahead and order ones for the front as well, but that can wait a bit.
The weather has been a little odd, after a couple of days of 60 degree high's, woke up this morning to 20 degrees showing on the Weatherbug app. Brrrrr, that's quite a change. I wanted to stay curled up in my bed where it was warm, but I got up instead.
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
November update
Been awhile since last I wrote anything here, but I have good reason. There really isn't anything going on. I mean just normal every day stuff, get up, eat, sit here in front of the computer, go to bed at night. I think I've been resting up from all of my recent travels.
I did discover, from the same recent travels, that my new (to me) car has a transmission fluid leak. So until the problem is fixed my traveling has been limited to just around town. I hope we can get this looked at soon so I don't mess up the transmission.
By the way, this is one of those cars which does not have a dipstick for checking the transmission fluid level. There is a plug which must be pulled and you fill it until it starts coming out the hole. Not the best system, but it is what it is.
Got my flu shot today. I think this is the latest I've ever gotten that. I did have a slight cold earlier, I think I caught it from my granddaughter, Lexi. I really had not gotten sick that way once since I've been taking flu shots, so it was something different.
S'pose to go to Vevay tomorrow to have Thanksgiving dinner at my sister's (Judy) house. Always nice to get together with family and eat good food. I hope everyone has a great holiday and don't over eat!
I did discover, from the same recent travels, that my new (to me) car has a transmission fluid leak. So until the problem is fixed my traveling has been limited to just around town. I hope we can get this looked at soon so I don't mess up the transmission.
By the way, this is one of those cars which does not have a dipstick for checking the transmission fluid level. There is a plug which must be pulled and you fill it until it starts coming out the hole. Not the best system, but it is what it is.
Got my flu shot today. I think this is the latest I've ever gotten that. I did have a slight cold earlier, I think I caught it from my granddaughter, Lexi. I really had not gotten sick that way once since I've been taking flu shots, so it was something different.
S'pose to go to Vevay tomorrow to have Thanksgiving dinner at my sister's (Judy) house. Always nice to get together with family and eat good food. I hope everyone has a great holiday and don't over eat!
Monday, October 29, 2012
Another trip
And sleep he did, all the way down. We left Carly's house about 12:30 AM and arrived at my son's house about 7 AM. We stopped once at Henryville to fill up and once again on 1-24 to use the facilities. I only drove 65 mph on the highway and I think we made pretty good time.
They live near Blytheville, and as such they are on central time, so it was only 6 AM when Carly called her dad to open the door so we could go into the house. He was very surprised as he didn't know I was bringing Carly and Trevyn with me. I'm pretty sure it was a very pleasant surprise.
A couple more photos in the park, Christian and Bryce swinging, with Breonna pushing and Christian and Trevyn in the stroller. Trevyn enjoyed a nap most of the time we were there.
The trip back home was fairly uneventful. Trevyn got a little fussy a couple of times, but nothing that bad. We made a couple of stops along the way, but after dropping Carly and Trevyn off at their house I arrived back home about 9:30 PM. Trips are great fun, but it's always nice to be back home...
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Fun time in the Bluegrass state!
Had a great time visiting my sister Melody and her family over the weekend. Never a dull moment there. Running here and there, I don't see how they do it! But is was a welcome change of pace for me as my life is just the opposite.
One of the many trips we took was south to Lancaster and her daughter Angel's house. You can see in the picture at the left that Melody is showing off her best side! Then we traveled on to Crab Orchard, where my youngest sister Sharon operates a restaurant called the Past Time Cafe. We were joined there by another sister, Kathy, and we all had lunch. Food and company was excellent and I really enjoyed the visit.
After that we traveled back to Lexington, dropped Melody off at the UK medical center to take care of some family business and Jim and I went to look around at Harbor Freight. I bought some plastic trim removal tools I had been wanting and checked out a tool chest I am interested in. I always enjoy a visit to that place, tools, tools and more tools!
Back home we watched TV for awhile and before we knew it the clock struck midnight, which made it Melody's birthday! I gave her the card I'd bought before coming down and soon after that it was time for bed as I was wore out from the trip down as well as all of the running around we did.
After a good nights rest, we got up to do a few things. Jim got an old Corolla wagon he had bought ready to junk by pumping up some tires and removing the catalytic convertor from it. After that he loaded it on his dolly and away we went to make a deposit at the scrapyard.
Once finished, we stopped by a house where their grandson Rodney had spent the night with a friend to bring him back home. Also got a look at a '66 Buick LeSabre there that the guy had. Then, after dropping Rodney off at the their house, we proceeded to the local pull-a-part junkyard to see if we could locate a few parts I needed for the Cavalier.
The gatekeeper there told us a red Cavalier had been brought in very recently and he thought the right front fender was still on it. We went to look at it first, but unfortunately, the fender was not in very good shape. We walked around the entire lot, looking for parts, but didn't find a lot. I did get the missing piece for my console though and I picked up some sun visors with good plastic holders as well as a spare hubcap.
I was also looking for a jack and lug wrench as my car had neither, but none were found at the junkyard. I did find a spare tire cover which I also needed, but unfortunately I left it laying on top of a car while I was searching for something else. Dumb, dumb, dumb.
We left the junkyard after Melody stopped by to get some money from Jim. She was taking Rodney back to his mother's place in Lancaster. Jim and I went looking for his mechanic friend to see if he could tell what the noise was in the back of my car. He wasn't at his shop so we stopped by a nearby Hardee's to get a bite to eat. I had wanted to try their Memphis BBQ Burger ever since seeing this commercial:
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Back home we watched TV for awhile and before we knew it the clock struck midnight, which made it Melody's birthday! I gave her the card I'd bought before coming down and soon after that it was time for bed as I was wore out from the trip down as well as all of the running around we did.
After a good nights rest, we got up to do a few things. Jim got an old Corolla wagon he had bought ready to junk by pumping up some tires and removing the catalytic convertor from it. After that he loaded it on his dolly and away we went to make a deposit at the scrapyard.
Once finished, we stopped by a house where their grandson Rodney had spent the night with a friend to bring him back home. Also got a look at a '66 Buick LeSabre there that the guy had. Then, after dropping Rodney off at the their house, we proceeded to the local pull-a-part junkyard to see if we could locate a few parts I needed for the Cavalier.
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I was also looking for a jack and lug wrench as my car had neither, but none were found at the junkyard. I did find a spare tire cover which I also needed, but unfortunately I left it laying on top of a car while I was searching for something else. Dumb, dumb, dumb.
We left the junkyard after Melody stopped by to get some money from Jim. She was taking Rodney back to his mother's place in Lancaster. Jim and I went looking for his mechanic friend to see if he could tell what the noise was in the back of my car. He wasn't at his shop so we stopped by a nearby Hardee's to get a bite to eat. I had wanted to try their Memphis BBQ Burger ever since seeing this commercial:
I was not disappointed at all, it is a very good sandwich. Jim asked where the girls were, but no one seemed to know where they were. Probably for the best, I doubt I could of eaten if they were around!
Jim's friend was going to be awhile, so we went back to the house to watch TV while we waited. After awhile, he called to say he was at the shop so we headed over there. He and Jim took the Cavalier for a ride and once back the man said he thought all of the wheel bearings needed replaced, but we might get away with just doing the ones in the rear for now. He also said it could be driven as is for awhile, but they would need to be replaced soon. He also had a jack and lug wrench which he gave to me, so mark a couple more things off my list. I really appreciated that.
We headed back to the house to wait for Melody to get back and once she did, we headed out to eat supper. Texas Roadhouse seemed to fit the bill so we headed there for a pleasant meal and some people watching. Although people were waiting outside, Jim saw his friend, the owner, who promptly seated us near the bar, which is the best place for people watching.
I had my usual roadkill, well done, with mashed potatoes and mixed veggies, along with a cold Bud light to drink. I don't often drink beer, but I was just in the mood I guess. Food was great, and watching a certain girl wearing sparkly shorts was nice too. All in all a very pleasant evening out.
Once back home we had another fine evening talking and watching TV. Melody made some fresh baked oatmeal cookies of which I had several. After which I retired to the bed once more. Slept pretty good with my belly full and the beer probably helped too.
Next morning I got up and ready, but didn't leave until around 11 AM. Then after saying goodbyes I headed back towards Louisville and then north to Seymour. I arrived home about 1:20 PM, so Google was right on the money when they said the trip would take 2 hours and 20 minutes. Of course I only did 65 on the highway to save gas, which was excellent by the way. I filled up before leaving Seymour Friday and still have about 3/8's of a tank left. Not bad for down and back and running around Lexington.
To Melody and Jim, I just want to say thanks so much for your hospitality and I really appreciate all you have done for me. You have helped me a lot and I have truly enjoyed our times together. Hope we can do it again someday soon.
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