Another closure of a personal landmark. Sigh.
Two hours and two hundred forty-six dollars later, I had to back out of the mini-purchase. I am pretty disappointed yet immensely grateful to have had it inspected. The level of detail that AAA put into it was jaw-droppingly detailed. It's an old car, the same as my CRV was, and of course, there are things to be expected, such as oil leaks and general wear and tear. What was concerning, though, was the number of "immediate" needs that would have added up to at least 5k. The unknown source for the "Limp Mose" was likely a fuel pump issue that would run 2k if that was the root issue. Battery corrosion was reminiscent of the CRV's cable issue, and the battery was in its final stages. As were the four times and the windshield, which I was aware of. Maybe I could get it for less as a project, but I have other pressing needs for my time and finances. I assembled the awning I bought to help reduce heat issues for Tommy. I'll be installing it tomorrow with Jen's help. It's big but will hopefully make a significant difference. Jen and I went to Stanford to see Roman Holiday. The place was packed. It's nice to see so many people enjoying the experience it provides. We returned and worked together on trimming the dog's nails by using peanut butter as a distraction. We have work to do, but it was a good start. I roasted beans to take to Tikoji tomorrow evening as I start my 4-night stay.