Life is one beautiful trip
Do you read your horoscope every morning? I read two, first
thing with my coffee. Whether you believe in them or not, they are always
amusing and food for thought. Today’s was a fun example of synchronicity.
A shout out to Norma and her sister for suggestions on the less
than populated areas:
“Based on 500 to 600 mile a
day and I-20/10 – Meridian, MS – Weatherford, TX and El Paso TX (west
side). There is little or nothing between Weatherford and El Paso, and if
she found something, food would not be close. You know I feel best in
Hampton’s mid-range & reliable. Meridian & Weatherford are both
‘strips’ of motels and restaurants – recommend reservations by noon or shortly
thereafter. El Paso is still ‘business’ and fairly familiar to me since I
spent a bit of time there when George was working, so she might prefer Las
Cruses, NM, there is less traffic and a small strip of (new) motels and
restaurants.”
What to drive?
Here is a fantasy beauty to
pull behind. Beats the heck out of the old orange tent for both style and
comfort. This 1964 Airstream Bambi is for sale. Not exactly in my price range. A girl can dream, though.
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| 1964 Airstream Bambi |
So far, I have three
options:
A) Miss B is a 2014 BMW
428i. What a beauty. Her low profile Pirellis don’t even touch the ground. They
float infintesimally above the road surface. The sports package and 0-60 in 5.3
seconds makes her a dynamo for zipping onto the highway, and that all important
pro-active driving. In other words, she makes it a challenge to stay under the
speed limit. Fuel saving features render a beautiful 27 mpg. Good for the
budget. Downside: This is not a weather car. Although I am not likely to
encounter snow on this trip, she is a bit light for heavy rain on the highway.
The first week I had her, we encountered thunderstorms with tornado conditions
for five hours on 95 in the Carolinas. She performed admirably, but I was more
accustomed to a 4-wheel drive, and the trip was nerve-racking. The second
concern: with rear wheel drive, can she maneuver me into campsites?
B) The 2005 Jeep Grand
Cherokee, a trusted member of the family. She’s loyal and we love her despite
the truly sucky 12 MPG. Clocking in at more than 150,000 miles, she has a brand
new second engine that is warrantied for another 100K. Her 4-wheel drive and
greater lift off the road surface make her a safe choice for any kind of
weather and road conditions. No problem maneuvering her into campsites and
beachside parking. PLENTY of space for packing tents and coolers. Plus, ample
room to fold down the seats and sleep in the back in case I don’t feel like
pitching a tent in the pouring rain, or just need a quick nap.
C) Crazy notion: Since Miss
B is a lease, and BMW truly is the “ultimate driving experience” and their
customer service is unparalleled (I’m a sucker for the car washes.) You think
they would let me swap out for a month? Let me test drive one of their SUV
models? Plus – how about the marketing potential? I’m going to be blogging daily
on the “experience” and it would definitely be a positive testimonial for their
vehicles. Can you tell I’ve worked in advertising for years?
Which do you recommend? Let me know in the comments below.
Which do you recommend? Let me know in the comments below.
Today's Tune
Today's Gratitude
free online music Baby – keeps me dancing in my chair, and the car, and the kitchen
working from home
new client! woo hoo!
the ability to type 95 wpm
Griffin, always
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ReplyDeleteIt certainly can't hurt to ask! I think it would be fun! If that doesn't work, the Jeep would be my next choice. All-terrain and all-weather sounds like a good idea. After all, we want you to come home safely!
ReplyDeleteThanks OL. Maybe my idea isn't as crazy as I thought.
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