WWHHHOOOOOAAAAAMMMMMMM. This was my new companion on my hour and a quarter commute down to the fair city of Baltimore, and of course accompanied me home. Generally I make a note of such sounds, and if the car continues it’s roll, I’m like, new sound noted, carry on. No new lights accompanied the sound—again a plus.
Oh, an honest mechanic! They can be a major shot in the arm when we get discouraged about the way society is leaning. Ten years ago, I had left my 12-year-old (150 k miles) car off before work to get new shock absorbers all around - because the suspension was a bit sloppy. The mechanic called me 2 hours later - " I'm ready to start, I've got all the new parts on my bench, but I think it's a bad investment even if I also replace the worn-out springs which are also shot. BIG investment, minimal hazard if he didn't fix it. Charge $ zero.
God bless all the mechanics and ALL the young people who have the foresight to go into the trades! What will we do when a plumber, an electrician, a carpenter can no longer be found? It brings a tear to my eye to consider all those who believe that juggling data on a screen is the only meaningful work. It is not. I love your "ode" to the skilled mechanic, Ron. ( You might like mine as well?)
Ironically, my first meeting with my mechanic was as my counselor. I soon discovered his additional skills as a mechanic. There's nothing like a day at the old garage 'helping'. He only charges a small fee for my assistance!
Your post nails it! Kudos to those who take that path. Our houses all sleep easier with those guys (and gals), on the job.
Convivial Zen.😊👍 My dad who had passed stones twice in the good ol' days and was pretty tough reckoned it was the most noticeable pain he ever had. Pass on best wishes.
Oh, an honest mechanic! They can be a major shot in the arm when we get discouraged about the way society is leaning. Ten years ago, I had left my 12-year-old (150 k miles) car off before work to get new shock absorbers all around - because the suspension was a bit sloppy. The mechanic called me 2 hours later - " I'm ready to start, I've got all the new parts on my bench, but I think it's a bad investment even if I also replace the worn-out springs which are also shot. BIG investment, minimal hazard if he didn't fix it. Charge $ zero.
Isn't that great; we'll certainly come back to guy like that! Thanks for reading, Mark!
God bless all the mechanics and ALL the young people who have the foresight to go into the trades! What will we do when a plumber, an electrician, a carpenter can no longer be found? It brings a tear to my eye to consider all those who believe that juggling data on a screen is the only meaningful work. It is not. I love your "ode" to the skilled mechanic, Ron. ( You might like mine as well?)
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Ironically, my first meeting with my mechanic was as my counselor. I soon discovered his additional skills as a mechanic. There's nothing like a day at the old garage 'helping'. He only charges a small fee for my assistance!
Your post nails it! Kudos to those who take that path. Our houses all sleep easier with those guys (and gals), on the job.
Nice one Ron. I have nothing but respect for people like this.
Totally with you there, Jim.
Convivial Zen.😊👍 My dad who had passed stones twice in the good ol' days and was pretty tough reckoned it was the most noticeable pain he ever had. Pass on best wishes.
Rolling with it is probably his mantra! Thanks Philip!
This sounds like the one I have in my life. Always there in a pinch. I’m glad you were able to get everything squared away.
They are truly gold! Thanks for reading, Parthenia!
What a treasure for a friend!
Thank you for an entertaining, philosophical, and fun story, Ron.
~Jenise
Glad you enjoyed it, Jenise! A great many things have been repaired and I'm indebted big time! Thanks for reading!