It was a day of frustration for the team as we had to layover in Las Cruces, NM for an additional day because the warning lights in the OREM came on again yesterday. Last night we decided that we had three options: 1- Give up and return to our homes, 2- Ignore the lights and continue eastward, or 3- Take the OREM to the local Toyota dealer and find out WTH is truly going on before we get too far into Texas where mechanical help would be hard to find. Quitting seemed to be the easiest option as we’re all a bit homesick at this point and weary of the OREM-related drama and delays, but we quickly ruled that option out. Option 2, to simply ignore the lights and continue merrily on our way, was also enticing and something I probably would have done as a younger man when I was more impervious to the trails and tribulations of life. But we collectively opted for option 3, wisely I think, and the three of us spent the better part of the day hanging out in the customer lounge at the local Toyota dealership. Our service rep got us a ride to and from a restaurant for lunch, which was cool, and I walked to a nearby ice cream establishment and got post-lunch shakes for Odie and me. The problem was finally identified around 2pm (long and boring story), parts were ordered, and tomorrow morning we’ll have the OREM there at 8am to fix things once and for all (knock on wood)!
When it rains, it pours. Not always sure about the reasoning behind that saying, but I know in my heart this is just a bump in the road. Safe travels to all 3 of you.
Dude at this point I am ready to pass the hat get you a rental van and send you off and rolling but I guess there is sentimental value there. I hate to think that the cosmic forces will not come together to provide a Miri ke save of some sort. Nice to read that decision process, with age comes wisdom’s wisdom so they say. Ha-ha!
Hope you get the issue resolved once and for all! Las Cruces was my old stomping ground when I was stationed at Holloman. Enjoy the views!
When it rains, it pours. Not always sure about the reasoning behind that saying, but I know in my heart this is just a bump in the road. Safe travels to all 3 of you.
I just knocked on wood to send you positive vibes and great luck. BTW, I heard “Against the Wind” by Bob Seger and thought about you guys.
Your plan is the best plan! Safe, smart and practical ! Those adjectives have served you well so far, may that continue! High fives to all of you! 😀
Dude at this point I am ready to pass the hat get you a rental van and send you off and rolling but I guess there is sentimental value there. I hate to think that the cosmic forces will not come together to provide a Miri ke save of some sort. Nice to read that decision process, with age comes wisdom’s wisdom so they say. Ha-ha!
A great plan...we're all rooting for you!
Good luck and safe travels.