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Looks like it was time to say goodbye. And in spite of all the hurdles you had to overcome, the deal was wrapped up in one day. Well done!
4 years agoWah.
4 years agoI remembered my number! It wasn’t quite what I thought at first, but close. Eventually it came into view pretty clearly. I was able to log on to my account at DMV and get the vehicle registration our dealer needed. The brain is so amazing.
4 years agoThose saguaros were pretty remarkable, alright. They must have gone on like that for the better part of a mile.
4 years agoIt’s really nice when the evidence is so clear like this. No anguishing over what to do.
4 years agoYes, time to walk away from it.
4 years agoAngry? No, I’m flattered of course. It’s a day we want to remember in detail, not just in the general haze it will fade into over the years. End of an era.
4 years agoOh my gosh, cowboy! How did I forget this?
4 years agoI hope you won't be angry to hear that there were parts of this post that made me laugh so hard I was crying! Very impressive that you were able to answer all of Umpqua's authorization questions. I still get hung up on mother's maiden name .. her real one was used by a hacker to access our Chase account one time, so with a couple banks I've used fictitious names .. and then I can't remember what they were. (Foop!)
Also, love that you included the Scio photo amongst the highlights of Old Paint's recent journeys. And the picture of Old Paint with Bruce is great!
I guess this is appropriate again...
https://photos.app.goo.gl/wXep131LCzN7EtxC7
Actually, it’s surprising that I haven’t bothered memorizing my DL number. I’ve got a pretty good head for numbers, and remember one of our credit card numbers also. It’s convenient when you’re making online transactions, and has bailed us out IRL a few times. I can almost picture my DL number too, but haven’t quite hit it yet. 2362375? I think I’ll go test it out.
4 years agoPS - years ago when we were sitting at dinner with a group of cycling friends, I was reserving a motel room over the phone. I had memorized my credit card number. That's quite handy, but also very dangerous. Jacinto says I can order anything at will!
That sparked a conversation about memorized numbers, such as your social security number. One lady was amazed that I hadn't memorized my driver's license number. I wasn't even aware that you kept the same number for life (as long as you are in the same state). I have since memorized my DL number. Although in your situation, I'm sure they wanted to see the actual license . . .
I'm exhausted just reading about your day!
Son Luis still has his high school car, a Golf. Luis is 6'5" tall and has to fold himself inside. At age 30 he bristles at the suggestion perhaps he could use a larger vehicle. You've made a good choice!
Jacinto replaced his Audi wagon last year with a Subaru Outback, another wagon. I'm driving the Audi as a snow car, it's a 2004, so, somewhat in the same category as Old Paint - she's been really good, but perhaps a bit tired.
It's a good thing you weren't out in Death Valley when that check engine light came on. Your karma must be paid up.
Out and back rides have a lovely symmetry!
Looks like a beautiful day.
I'm glad you were able to stabilize the rock until help arrived.
4 years ago