So the old Subaru Justy that we all know and
love finally crossed over the 100,000 mile mark. It's hard to believe I've had that reliable little thing so long. It got me thinking about all of the memories I've made going all kinds of places, both extraordinary and ordinary, in that sweet little ride. It has been a great blessing to me. As far as material possessions go, I think it's been one of the best.
Angus Mackenzie, the editor-in-chief of Motor Trend, wrote a column several months back about how the people in Germany spent the money they'd saved while the wall was up. As soon as it came down, those who could bought automobiles. He said that to us they would have seemed like ordinary old Renaults and Peugeots, rusty and out of repair. But to them, they looked like freedom. It made my cry. I have taken that car for granted along with all of the inexpensive yet priceless freedom it affords me. I think we don't realize that many of the so called ordinary things in our lives are really our greatest blessings. So if you are reading this, think of one thing you use often but don't really think about a lot...and then think what it really means to you. Say a little prayer of gratitude. I bet your day will get better.
I got a few pictures of the odometer...probably a few too many. But here a few are, along with a photo of the car in it's present state (the poor thing needs an oil change and a detail) and the gorge-dorable chica that was with me on a date for this momentous occasion. So enjoy.
With all my free time, the opinionated posts are bound to return soon, so stay tuned.
