Still Game
Through the years I’ve learned that I have a special place in my heart for obscure comedies. As I was flipping through NetFlix a few weeks ago I stumbled on a Scottish sitcom called, Still Game and I am absolutely hooked.
The series revolves around a cast of pensioners in the fictional Craiglang area of Glasgow, Scotland. The original iteration of Still Game was very popular in the UK, airing on BBC1 from 2002 to 2007, but is just making it to the US twenty years later.
Be forewarned, if your ears aren’t accustomed to the Scottish dialect I would highly recommend turning your subtitles on and be prepared to laugh. It can be crude at times but, Lord, is it hilarious. You can watch Still Game now in North American here on Netflix.
TeslaSaga
Okay, I knew range anxiety was a thing but I’d never heard of delivery date anxiety being a condition until I ordered my Model 3. As many of you know I ordered a midnight silver metallic Long Range Model 3 back at the end of March. Due to high demand and supply chain issues my delivery date has moved backwards and forwards in the Tesla app five times now.
At one point the delivery window shrunk to a week, June 25-July 2. Then back to a month July 25-Aug 22. The wait has been excruciating but even more frustrating has been the lack of logic of the dates jumping around. I normally wouldn’t be so impatient but a trip back home to Ohio hinges on me getting the car and it’s tough to be in limbo like this.
I found a great Reddit page here that includes a link to a spreadsheet where you can input your own date and also track other people’s orders. My wait time has already well exceeded the average for the particular configuration I chose. The only explanation I can think of is it’s because I reside in the Upper Midwest (MN). Tesla must have less demand for their EVs up here because of the severe winter weather in this part of the country. The deliveries to the coasts and the southern states seem to be happening much faster.
If you’ve ordered a Model 3 recently I’d definitely recommend you check out the Reddit page linked above. It may help to ease your mind a little and make some sense out of it all.
Brompton Update
I’m happy to say that not having a car this summer has forced me to spend much more time on the bike. Despite its small wheels, the Brompton has been a spectacular bike now that a few quirks have been fixed. It's actually faster than my Raleigh Sports.
I found a really nice waterproof, expandable front bag for it from a British company called Restrap and I’m pretty confident that will be all the storage I need. I lovingly refer to this as my "clown bike" because of the tiny wheels and have my red clown nose nestled nicely in the back bag for when the proper occasion arises. Lol.
All for now. I hope you’re enjoying your week so far!
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There is nothing worse than a planned wait. When it's not what you're planning. Although the expectation of joy is also a kind of joy.
Patience to you.
Definitely but in it there is usually a deeper lesson of patience. Thanks for your comment!
Cycling is also very exciting, it is also part of the sport. as we can see in my area that in the afternoon a lot of people ride bicycles. I like bicycle models like that
Thanks, I'm really liking the versatility of the folding bike.
You're welcome.
I know it wasn't easy with the stress you pass through but am glad the bike is a saviour
Ugh, that sucks about your car. I am sorry to hear that it has been such a guessing game. I was just down in Ohio this past weekend. I hope you can make it there sooner rather than later. I think we are heading back down there later next month for a concert at the shoe. Hopefully I don't burst into flames when I walk through the door!
Thanks Bozz. It’d be easier to handle if there was some kind of logic behind it. It’s definitely a first world problem in the grand scheme though. I just have to be more patient. Lol, be sure to wear your best asbestos suit. Which band are you seeing?! I would love to be close enough to pop down for the weekend.
It's still a four hour drive, but not too bad. We are taking our nieces to Buckeye Country Music Fest. Luke Combs is the headliner for the show. It used to be a two day ordeal, but they really scaled back after returning from Covid. I get what you are saying about there being no logic behind the delivery date. Totally frustrating!
If you are going to short distances, bike is so pratic. No oil, no park problem, it is also healthy for both you and nature :)
So true! There are literally no downsides to riding a bike. I love it.
How are you dear friend @ericvancewalton good afternoon
I am very sorry for everything you have had to put up with with the constant change of the possible delivery date of the vehicle you have requested. Although, as you say, it has not been all bad, thanks to that you have been able to use the bicycle more and exercise your body more
I hope you will receive the delivery confirmation soon
have a beautiful afternoon
Thank you! All is good here, I wish the same for you and your family my friend! Enjoy your evening.
I'm happy to read your thoughts here. Looks like you have to patiently wait for the arrival of the car you ordered. I can't wait to read your review of your new car later. Bicycles are of course a practical and healthy means of transportation. .maybe it's a good idea to write down your activities while cycling with Amstel. I really miss your loyal dog. Hope you have a wonderful day.