Dream A Little Dream Of Me

 

"A car is not just metal; it's a dream on wheels."

~Unknown

2024 Mini Cooper S EV

Yesterday I had to drop of my new Mini Cooper, to have some ceramic coating applied to the inside of the car, which was a service included with the sales price. Because it was going to take 48 hours, the dealership gave us a loaner car. And what an amazing loaner car it is, but God I can't wait for the 48 hours to up, so I return this fabulous car to the dealership! Why? Well, because quite frankly, it's scares the ever loving SHIT out of me! While I have always dreamed of owning a BMW sedan, I never figured on really owning one, or even riding in one. Which is still true. I dream of cool stuff, but I don't really aspire to own something like this, it's just not the right fit for me. I have never needed the status symbol. This car makes a big statement, and I am not the right person to deliver it! It's got amazing style, and does 0 - 60 in 3.6 - 3.7 seconds. I don't need that much power! And the inside is remarkable, but has too many bells and whistles. It truly is a daydream of a car! In my fantasies I see myself driving along the Amalfi coast, with James Bond sitting next to me, and Alan in the backseat! LOL. But back in reality, I am so afraid something will hurt it, or someone will steal it, or any of about a million things that can go wrong with a car that retails for over $100,000! Right now I am taking deep breaths. In and out. In and out. Everything is going to be fine. Right? It's moments like this that I love my Mini Cooper the most. Mini is owned by BMW, and the two brands use the same parts, so I basically own a BMW with the Mini Cooper name, which suits me fine. My Mini is quietly perfect, and friendly, and like with the purchase of my 2013 Mini, which still sits in my garage, it always puts forth a soulful vibe that lets me know, it has my back! 

Dream A Little Dream Of Me

By Cass Elliot

Meet My New Ride!

 

"If everything seems out of control, you're just not going fast enough."

~Mario Andretti

Okay, so our lovely Basil is no more. He was 14 years old, and had well over 120,000 miles on the odometer, so he lead a good long life and served us well! As happy as I am, its bittersweet saying goodbye to a car. We share a lot with our rides. The best memories with Basil, were the times we went birding, and that's what I am thinking about. Getting to know our new friend, who does not have a name yet, will have some new challenges, like getting used to what it's like owning an EV for the first time! I miss the olden days, where when you bought a car, it had a steering wheel, four tires, and if you were lucky, air-conditioning, but time does move on, and while somethings have gotten exceedingly easier, somethings come with built in complications. But time will shake it all out. No worries, but I do need a day of an emotionless state of being, and for that, I need a pillow, a cat, and a Sibley guide to plan my next day in nature.

If you dream it, it will come. Right now, I'm dreaming of a stress free day.

More to come...

Maybe

 

"Always focus on the front windshield, and not the rearview mirror."

~Colin Powell

Maybe.

Could be.

I really like it.

But there are things to consider.

Maybe.

Could be.

We'll find out later today.

One of my favorite scenes from the movie, is the brilliant Eugene Levy as a shifty car salesman.

"The Wagon Queen Family Truckster, you think you hate it now, but wait until you drive it."

Autumn Leaf Of The Day #4/It Should Be IlLegal

 

“Every leaf speaks bliss to me, fluttering from the autumn tree.” 

~Emily Bronte 

 

 Politics in autumn should be fucking illegal. Sheesh. I am so sick of everything right now. I went out yesterday and spent basically 3 hours in 100 degree weather and to no pictures worth editing. It was a complete waste of time, and to make matters worse, I have one of those late summer colds, that is currently driving me insane, but that I am grateful for, because at least it isn't Covid. And I'm grouchy. But all is not lost, we are going somewhere today, in search of something, I am not sure of where and what yet, but first thing, later today, I will be in the little red Mini Cooper on my way to whatever comes my way. Wish me safe travels, and good luck in finding something and somewhere amazing!

Let's kick this mood's ass!

Pop A Wheelie

 

 

“Sometimes it's easier to gain traction

 once you slow the spinning wheels.” 

~Curtis Tyrone Jones 

 

Meet my new wheels. Her name is Phoebe, named after the cute little bird, that happens to be one of my absolute favorite birds to watch! Don't worry, I'm okay, but my knees aren't! As I have explained on X and Threads, I put my knees through too much in my younger days. I was told I would regret high heels, but to tell you the truth, I don't. They made my legs and ankles look terrific. They gave me height. But by the time I reached my mid 30's I knew it was time to put the flats on and enjoy not having swollen feet. I continued to do a fair amount of walking, and some like biking, you know, around town, but the damage was done, and that damage continued right up until last week, when it was suggested that I needed to use the chair, if I was going to go to remote places to do my birding, or consider moving on to a new hobby. Well, that wasn't going to happen! So, my cute little red Mini Cooper is still my main set of wheels, but you can call my new wheelchair that sporty little convertible that my daring husband pushes me around in on the weekends when we go birding. I am a very lucky woman!

 

And I have a wonderful husband!

 

Black Phoebe

 Baby photo

September 2021

Advice For The Practical Witch And Autumn Leaf Of The Day #37

 

"Keep calm and carry a wand."

 

 ~A. W. Jantha

Hocus Pocus & The All New Sequel

 

 

Isn't she a beauty? Purple is my favorite color to wear when I go flying on my broom. Although sometimes I wonder if it clashes a little too much with Mini Cooper broom, but Cooper and I don't much care what other witches and warlocks think, not at my advanced age. I am finally here... 60. I can cast any spell I want, and that feels good! Although with that advanced age I am a little more like Aunt Clara then Samantha, and I am well past the age of most Supreme witches, but that's okay too, I am here for any consultations necessary, just like the Owens' aunts, Jet and Frances. That's just where life takes you. As Sally Owens says, "Always throw spilt salt over your shoulder. Keep rosemary by your garden gate, plant Lavender for luck, and fall in love whenever you can." That I can do. Alan and I tell each other how much we love each other every day. We even send lovey texts to each other. When it comes to kitchen magic, I am starting an indoor Herb garden real soon, so who knows what magic might happen! I am considering making some holiday candles, with the essential oils I bought last summer. It's all quite magical if you remember to, "keep calm and carry a big wand."

~Me