I am sick of cars.
We have had car problems since October. Back then it was that the car over heated all the time and leaked. We took it to a place to fix it, and they said they did and yet, it was still leaking and overheating. So we took it back. We get it back from them and they say it is fine, yet, while driving it, the gas starts leaking out of the car and so once again, back to the shop it goes. Pretty sure it took at least two more trips to get it so it no longer over heats or leaks.
The problem that occurred today is it won't shift into gear. Like you can move the lever thingy, but nothing happens. And it was fine like 10 minutes before. So our car is stuck outside of Hubs work and a nice co-worker of his gave us a ride home. Of course this happened on a day when I had the car, so two people required a ride home instead of one.
As a kid I watched the Jetsons and everyone was all talk about how that was what the future would be like. And while we do have zoom calls and virtual appointments and school we do not have flying cars. We do not have all the bells and whistles that made the Jetsons super cool.
Why is that?? I would like that. I mean, apart from the fact that I am actually terrified of flying, but I think I could make an exception for a flying car.
Maybe.
Hell, at this point I will take transportation by horse. Actually, that would be super cool. Minus the fact that I would then need a wagon or something to transport things home in. Plus, we would need like a horse per person. And I guess horses need food and a place to live. And while we have a decent sized yard, it is NOT horsed size.
So maybe horses are not a good route to go.
I have always wanted to learn to ride a motorcycle. In fact, when Kolby started kindergarten I had began studying to get a permit...but then the pandemic happened, and I started homeschooling and well, that is still on the bucket list of things to learn.
But I guess that a motorcycle, while fun, would not solve the current problem either, because similarly to a horse, it is not exactly a family vehicle. Although, it does not eat nor really need a place to live.
So back to the Jetsons...I feel like we somehow got deprived of some awesome technology. I have my theories on the why of this, but that is probably a topic for another day.
If it wasn't winter and we didn't have crazy ass weather walking would not be outta the question until we could figure things out. But like, there is still ice on the ground, and no guarantee that it will be nice anytime soon. Plus, we don't live super close to things. Driving we are about 10 minutes from his work, walking...a good hour probably. No grocery stores are close by in walking standards either.
Maybe I need to learn more about cars. Ya know, learn how to MacGyver shit into working. I learned how to change a tire from the dad of the baby I nannied for...and that came in handy, had to do that in a prom dress. But other than that, I am not all that knowledgeable about trouble shooting car problems.
So, what is the biggest issue you have had with a car? Do you wish we had some Jetson vehicles? How much can you fix on your car yourself before having to find a good auto shop to take it to? Do you have any MacGyver talents? Not just on cars, but any skills that you would like to share. Join in the conversation in the comments and let me know!!
Well, it's nearly 7pm. I have had a doughnut and 2 sticks of cheese all day so I guess I should find some grub. Until next time Remember to be kind, smile lots and dance often!!
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