I have not posted anything for three days. So, I will post this image of the Coca-Cola truck parked just outside of Morgan Library on Colorado State University campus. I actually see this truck quite often which tells you they sell a lot of coke there. I honestly do not remember the last time I had a coke. Just not my thing. We are enjoying some Indian Summer weather. Mornings are in the high 30’s and low 40’s then reaching mid 70’s by afternoon.

The update on my car is not good news. The engine needs replacing and will cost far more than the vehicle is worth. So, at the moment I am without a car and I’m okay with that. She lasted me 15 years. It’s a strange and new situation for me to be without a car. I’ve not been without a car for the past 60 years. And, that may even be true for you. I have over the past few years wondered if I could manage without a car. A couple of reasons for that is the amount of traffic on the roads, crazy drivers, bigger vehicles, pollution and the cost of driving. It would require a major shift in my thinking and lifestyle. I have kept track of all my car expenses since January 2021. It costs me $309 a month to have that car. That includes insurance, gasoline, and maintenance ( tires, oil changes, brakes and repairs). I have averaged only 10,000 miles a year since I’ve owned it. Looks like I will get to find out what life is like without a car. Buying a new car is not something I want. However, I have tossed around the leasing idea. It would fit my budget and at my age makes sense to me. So, I will get to see what it’s like to live in this culture without a car. I have my bicycle, a good bus system, I still am able to walk and the money I will save on gas and insurance will buy a few Uber rides. I honestly really don’t drive that much. In fact I have only put 4,800 miles on the car since February. I will keep you informed. I hope you have had a wonderful weekend!