Tag Archives: Prius

Two in One Day? Why?!

Posted on May 22, 2017 by dragonflygypsyusa

I am so devastated I can barely breathe. I have struggled, fought, planned, made happen SOMEHOW so many things over the last 8+ years and now…well, now, I’m at a loss as to how I move forward. I am out … Continue reading →

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2006 Ford Freestar, 4.2l, Acceleration Hesitation project…

Posted on September 2, 2016 by dragonflygypsyusa

So, a couple of days ago, I picked up a 2006 Ford Freestar SEL with about 120,000 miles on it and an acceleration hesitation issue. The hesitation problem worried me a little bit, but hey!, I know how to work … Continue reading →

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Super Busy, The Gardens, and Writing…

Posted on August 5, 2016 by dragonflygypsyusa

The past couple of weeks have been so busy!! Busy means money, which is good, of course, but my hands, arms, legs, feet, and ankles are ready to talk with their union rep (if they had one) about the grueling work … Continue reading →

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No More Prius, The New Vehicle, and Temper Tantrum Desires…

Posted on June 17, 2016 by dragonflygypsyusa

So, the Prius went back on Wednesday. I’m a bit heart-broken over it but…well, the return was super easy and quick. My son’s girlfriend followed me down there so I wasn’t stuck in Auburn, which I greatly appreciate. The upside is … Continue reading →

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A Wonderful Day…

Posted on June 9, 2016 by dragonflygypsyusa

A couple of days ago, it was my birthday. I mention this because it was probably one of the best birthdays I have had in a while. No, no super amazing presents that top all the rest, ever, no party … Continue reading →

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Preparing to Say Good-bye to the Prius, What’s Going on in my Gardens…

Posted on June 3, 2016 by dragonflygypsyusa

So, I picked the Prius up from the repair shop last Friday (May 27th). I was so excited to finally be picking it up. The rentals were ok, but they just weren’t my car. Besides, the timing was perfect: it was the … Continue reading →

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TED Talks App, Time for Change…

Posted on May 24, 2016 by dragonflygypsyusa

Have you heard of TED Talks? Of course you have. Is there anyone that hasn’t? I suppose I shouldn’t presume that everyone knows about TED Talks just because I do, and because I have heard of them for quite a while, … Continue reading →

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Prius Update, Rental Car Swap, Less Sun and Lower Temps…

Posted on May 21, 2016 by dragonflygypsyusa

The repair shop texted me yesterday to let me know that the repairs have been started on the Prius and I should have my car back in about 11 days. Woot! I hadn’t received an estimate from them so I … Continue reading →

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Learning How to Drive, Again…

Posted on May 18, 2016 by dragonflygypsyusa

So, after not hearing from any insurance company, mine or the woman’s that hit me, I called her insurance. I have to say that USAA is super easy to work with, bordering on enjoyable. The representative I spoke with was … Continue reading →

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Rain and Shower Therapy…

Posted on May 15, 2016 by dragonflygypsyusa

The rain is back and I’m pretty ok with that right now. I’m feeling a bit wrecked, at the moment, so the perceived seclusion the rain provides for me is welcome. I have nothing pressing planned for today, or tomorrow, … Continue reading →

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