Bittersweet, my new car
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Bittersweet, my new car
Yesterday, Dad and I went and bought out the lease of Mom's car. Dad and my brother said it was the right thing to do, as I was doing so much driving for Dad.
It's a 2013 BMS xsport. These damned things have too much technology. I have accidentally managed to set the clock correctly, but I am stuck with only 1 AM and 1 FM radio station. Haven't figured that out at all.
I gave my Sentra (you all remember how excited I was about that one. jaybee even sent me a car supplies kit LOL) to James. He's really excited too. (Nervy kid did ask if I was sure that I didn't want to keep the Sentra and give him the BMW.)
I think of Mom every time I get in. That's why it's so bittersweet.
It's a 2013 BMS xsport. These damned things have too much technology. I have accidentally managed to set the clock correctly, but I am stuck with only 1 AM and 1 FM radio station. Haven't figured that out at all.
I gave my Sentra (you all remember how excited I was about that one. jaybee even sent me a car supplies kit LOL) to James. He's really excited too. (Nervy kid did ask if I was sure that I didn't want to keep the Sentra and give him the BMW.)
I think of Mom every time I get in. That's why it's so bittersweet.
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Re: Bittersweet, my new car
I should warn you that BMWs are terribly expensive to repair.
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Re: Bittersweet, my new car
For all the "how do I operate this one" things, not much can beat a YouTube video. Just do a YouTube search of your ride and whatever you are looking to do and I'm sure you'll find all sorts of informative info. And pictures too! You'll be rockin' 12 radio stations in no time.
I'll second Bob's comment about BMW repairs. Mrs. Jaybee tools around in a sweet little 2012 328i coupe. She loves it. She loved it more when it had that 50K mile all maintenance is covered warrantee. Now that it has more miles we have found a great independent repair shop that specializes in BMW's. Still expensive but costs between 1/2 and 2/3 of the dealership prices.
As for it always being 'Mom's' car: Drive it. You will love it. I'm willing to bet that your mom would be happy knowing that you are enjoying driving your new car.
I'll second Bob's comment about BMW repairs. Mrs. Jaybee tools around in a sweet little 2012 328i coupe. She loves it. She loved it more when it had that 50K mile all maintenance is covered warrantee. Now that it has more miles we have found a great independent repair shop that specializes in BMW's. Still expensive but costs between 1/2 and 2/3 of the dealership prices.
As for it always being 'Mom's' car: Drive it. You will love it. I'm willing to bet that your mom would be happy knowing that you are enjoying driving your new car.
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Somewhere in the car should be the manual. Radio will be covered in there (if all else fails, there's always the internet). Since the "B" stands for "Bavarian", you will get the German version of bad English. Which has gotta be better than the Japanese phraseology we Japanese-car owners experience. Diff anyhow.
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Re: Bittersweet, my new car
James is driving???? That's news, isn't it? Good news.
You'll figure out the BMW stuff. If not, I hope you like those two stations.
You'll figure out the BMW stuff. If not, I hope you like those two stations.
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Re: Bittersweet, my new car
You say that like it's a bad thinga1mamacat wrote: ... I am stuck with only 1 AM and 1 FM radio station.
Sorry. As a former member of the radio profession, my feelings about the current state of the industry are rather...not suitable for broadcast.
On a more serious note, your bittersweet feelings are understandable. Perhaps, in a way, though, it is a way to remind you that she is ALWAYS riding shotgun with you, as are my folks in so many ways.
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Re: Bittersweet, my new car
T_Bone0806 wrote:You say that like it's a bad thinga1mamacat wrote: ... I am stuck with only 1 AM and 1 FM radio station.
Sorry. As a former member of the radio profession, my feelings about the current state of the industry are rather...not suitable for broadcast.
On a more serious note, your bittersweet feelings are understandable. Perhaps, in a way, though, it is a way to remind you that she is ALWAYS riding shotgun with you, as are my folks in so many ways.
OMG, I never looked at it that way. You are absolutely right!
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Here's an interior look at your BMW:
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Re: Bittersweet, my new car
T-Bone is wise. My grandma LOVED to take drives along the Stillwater river (where her family settled and she grew up) in her later years. She passed in February of a bitterly cold winter, and her ashes couldn't be easily interred until May. I carried them, seat-belted in, for nearly three months of driving. I know she was there in spirit. I'm glad you have that connection to your mom.a1mamacat wrote:T_Bone0806 wrote:You say that like it's a bad thinga1mamacat wrote: ... I am stuck with only 1 AM and 1 FM radio station.
Sorry. As a former member of the radio profession, my feelings about the current state of the industry are rather...not suitable for broadcast.
On a more serious note, your bittersweet feelings are understandable. Perhaps, in a way, though, it is a way to remind you that she is ALWAYS riding shotgun with you, as are my folks in so many ways.
OMG, I never looked at it that way. You are absolutely right!
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Could you please maybe tell my wife that? Then smile patiently as she laughs nonstop for twenty minutes.tlynn78 wrote: T-Bone is wise.
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Those closest to us often fail to appreciate our finer points.T_Bone0806 wrote:Could you please maybe tell my wife that? Then smile patiently as she laughs nonstop for twenty minutes.tlynn78 wrote: T-Bone is wise.
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Re: Bittersweet, my new car
Mrs. SSS and I have a number of items in our house that were keepsakes from our respective mothers. It always gives us enjoyment and brings back fond memories to see or use them, and both our mothers have been gone for over 15 years. I'm sure you'll have those same feelings about the car.a1mamacat wrote:T_Bone0806 wrote:You say that like it's a bad thinga1mamacat wrote: ... I am stuck with only 1 AM and 1 FM radio station.
Sorry. As a former member of the radio profession, my feelings about the current state of the industry are rather...not suitable for broadcast.
On a more serious note, your bittersweet feelings are understandable. Perhaps, in a way, though, it is a way to remind you that she is ALWAYS riding shotgun with you, as are my folks in so many ways.
OMG, I never looked at it that way. You are absolutely right!
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This is so sweet, saucy.
There are things that were TLAF's that I will always have (no matter where I go) and will bring smiles and tears at the same time.
There are things that were TLAF's that I will always have (no matter where I go) and will bring smiles and tears at the same time.