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Here we go again. Do you say “Thank You” when someone gives you something or compliments you for something? It’s so easy to say those two words, but sometimes they get stuck in your throat and don’t seem to be able to get out. Don’t worry about it, it’s a common problem. You don’t learn how to say Thank you in school, and maybe not even at home, but it is necessary for your everyday life, so just practice saying it until it comes out naturally. It’s a great way to be friendly and there will be plenty to be thankful for this coming season. Years ago when I began collecting important cars, they were all the old square kind with bumpers and big headlights and you could tell what kind they were by the sound of their exhaust pipe. Some of them rattled, and some of them snorted as they went by, but they all had character. We knew what kind of car it was, who owned it, and how old it was, and we could tell all about the car without even seeing it. Most cars were painted black so that was no problem. Cars had some chrome trim including huge bumpers. Now cars whizz by with little or no sound, very few distinguishing features with very little difference of any kind and they are all painted a different color. I saw a new red corvette yesterday and there was not one bit of chrome on the car. The only trim was black. How dull! Not only that, but you cannot tell the age of a car because the body styles have changed so very little in the past 10 years. I always drive one of my old cars because they have character and they feel and drive so good. The next big thing in cars is the self-driving car. It won’t be long until we can just sit in the car and enjoy the ride. My friend Ole says “ain’t that the truth”. The car did away with the horse, and now they are trying to do away with people. Cars have always been a large part of everyday movements. They have been a part of entertainment and of necessity, they are an important part of the work force. And where would we be without them? We laugh at them, we are amazed at their ability and by their beauty. We wonder how we can afford them, but everyone has at least one. Will Rogers says that America is the only county where people go to the poor house in a car. That’s an old story. At this time of year there are celebrations all over. Stores have them, organizations have them and churches have them. They are all over every day, and they are fun. Last Saturday evening about 7pm there was a large boat parade. Lots of lights and lots of music. We like to enjoy things like that. If you are planning to do your Christmas shopping soon just remember us we can help you with your finances. We have savings accounts, checking accounts, brand new money and coffee. And don’t forget that convertible for your wife. Right Dave?
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