This past week, I was out and about when I noticed a liquid trail leading to my parked car. I knelt down, touched the substance and thought it looked (and felt) like oil. I looked beneath my car…
It’s a Difficult Responsibility…
For those who don’t know, I drive an old car. A 1966 Volvo 122S, to be precise. It is uncommon and it is darling. It is also a bit of a responsibility. When I return to my…
Very Cool Car
I came out of a store the other day and found this note on my car’s window. In case you can’t make it out, it says, “Very cool car!!!” At the bottom, printed, is “operationbeautiful.com”. I do…
Looking Back – Living Forward
“Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.” Søren Kierkegaard (1813 – 1855) For as long as I can remember, I’ve been in love with old cars. So when my friend Fifi asked if…
Road Kings
Mister and I went over to a fantastic car show on Sunday. It took place in Burbank, CA at Johnny Carson Park (located on Bob Hope Drive). Is that specific enough for you? This particular show…
My Hoopty – Update
As some of you know, my car has been sick. Real sick. It’s been in the shop for two whole weeks, during which time I’ve bummed rides, used public transportation, borrowed Mister’s car and gotten a lot of…
My Hoopty…
I’ve been without my old car for a full week now. Parts for that engine are getting harder and harder to find. I have an excellent mechanic and he’s doing his best. Still… I’m trying not to think…
Little Papa’s Filling Station
The first car I ever owned was a ’68 Chrysler Newport. It was aqua with a white top. It sat 8 with room to spare. I was its third owner. The next car I bought on my…