Gertie Goes to the Garage

On Tuesday, Gertie refused to start. For first time readers, Gertie aka St. Gertrude is the Land Rover Defender a friend lent me. Because he could. On Wednesday, I called AAA. My service provider Josh was absolutely thrilled to see the “coolest vehicle I’ve ever serviced.” Sadly, Josh was unable to get her started and […]

That One Time a Friend Lent Me a Land Rover

Being without a vehicle has been tough. I joined ZipCar, the nearest station is only .5 miles from my home. But it is pricey. I attempted the bus, but my PTSD has been a barrier. Same holds true for ride shares. A lovely group of folx have been offering me rides or handling chores that […]

This Holiday Pet Food Drive Update Brought to You By Math, Dental Treats, and a Land Rover

It is almost #Caturday so time to update you on the Dr. John P. Ruffing VMD Pet Pantry Holiday Drive. The pantry serves cat colony caretakers, feeders, TNRs, rescues, and love income pet owners. We prioritize the 18 neighborhoods of the Northside along with adjacent communities. You can register at this link: bit.ly/PetFolxPetFoodPantry Currently, we […]

‘Can You Drive a Stick?’ Or How I Ended Up With a Classic Land Rover Defender

NaBloPoMo

November is an intense month. Sad anniversaries of dead loved ones. My mother’s birthday (today,)  The fun of Thanksgiving meals. Occasional snow flurries. Lingering leaves hanging tightly to their trees. The Season of the Sticks? So why not set a personal challenge -again- to blog daily? November is National Writers Month, the closest we’ll get […]