Tag Archives: cars

California, Jeep Willys and Another Era

Posted on November 25, 2012 by allthingsboys

Several years ago, we took the boys to California for spring break.  Our plan was to fly into San Francisco and Drive the PCH (Pacific Coast Highway) to L.A., stopping at all the places I loved as a child, and … Continue reading →

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Lamborghinis and Asians in Paris

Posted on November 21, 2012 by allthingsboys

One day while we were in Paris, we did a walkabout.  We wanted to see the city, and figured the best way was to see it on foot.  In general, I’d do this again, but I think I’d intersperse the … Continue reading →

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The Driving Lessons Continue…

Posted on September 10, 2012 by allthingsboys

Need I say more?

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My Car in the Smithsonian???

Posted on June 2, 2012 by allthingsboys

Back in the fall we met some friends in D.C. who were visiting from the West Coast.  I love D.C.  There is so much history there–and I love history.  Meaning I love learning about history, not being a part of … Continue reading →

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Beyond The Shadow Of A Doubt

Posted on May 22, 2012 by allthingsboys

Wednesday was the beginning of a weekend that left me speechless.    It began with an irate phone call from my brother who has issues with substance abuse and violence.  Over the years I have become quite good at filtering … Continue reading →

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Never Ending Driving Stories

Posted on May 4, 2012 by allthingsboys

I know I’m posting a bit for today, but I missed a couple of days with a lot of stuff on my mind.  This is mostly because I’ve been irritated by the men in my life, and have been just … Continue reading →

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Driving Part III

Posted on March 10, 2012 by allthingsboys

Last week, Buzzard got his permit.  Now I’m teaching three teenage boys to drive.  I’m very cranky by bed time.  Here is how our conversations go: Bugs “Slow down, speed limit is 25.”  He nods.  Ten minutes later, “Speed up, … Continue reading →

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