I had hoped to make this milestone nearer some of my more regular haunts. But it was not to be. I also have not purchased some new floor mats, nor have I shampooed the interior yet. The miles are ticking off, and I had better get going on this! Meanwhile, the clanky, rattling noise in the rear passenger side, continues. Dean Schwalbach, and my friend Mike Burke (bass player in the Dexter United Methodist Church Praise Band and MD extraordinaire) both assure me that it is nothing to worry about just yet. The bushings where the shock absorber is connected to the frame, have worn down and there is no padding there. This is the source of the rattle. More a nuisance than anything. My brother-in-law, Don Heller, tells me to turn up the music! Now, some details.
Date: Sunday, May 17th, 2009
Time: 12:15 pm
Purpose of the trip: I had just picked up my daughter from her Mom's, and was on my way to meet my parents for after-church dinner at the Golden Dragon restaurant in Hamburg, Michigan. My daughters love this place. According to their mom, the chicken is cooked fresh here, and does not have the over-cooked or warmed-over texture of most Chinese restaurants.
Where: Lakeland, Michigan. Eastbound, M-36, in Livingston County, Michigan. I assume that I was in Hamburg Township. The odometer turned to 101,000 right in front of the Zukey Lake Bearclaw . I spoke with the attendant, a nice young lady named Carly. The owner of this Bearclaw is Debbie McElroy, who can be reached on dmcelroy@bearclawcoffee.com and 734-474-1621.
There is a good story behind Bearclaw coffee shops. Originally, it was a single store at the corner of North Territorial and Dexter-Pinckney Roads in Dexter Township. The first owner had the idea to sell coffee and Dexter Bakery doughnuts at the intersection, during morning rush hour. He built a little shack, and opened up for business. The thriving business was soon turned into a series of franchise stores throughout Southeast Michigan.
I have been a sometime regular at the downtown Dexter Bearclaw since it first opened, some ten years ago. The owner there, Tim Horvath, is a full time police officer, all-around good guy and a friend of mine.
The odometer stayed at 101,000 until we reached the Huron River.
On the Ipod/Radio: We're All Alone, by Rita Coolidge, from my Favorite Songs of 1978 Playlist. Senior prom. Marsha. ahem!
Other Things About This Day: Church was outstanding today. DiscipleshipPastor Steve Bringardner preached on "The Power of Blessings". He used the story of Jacob and Esau, of the Old Testament, as the text. The big point I got out of it, was how families that fail to bless one another effectively, can end up with problems that last for generations.
It made me think of my Darr and Martin relations, that today are close after three and four generations. My ancestors Gottlieb Durr, and John New Martin, must have done something right! Today their great-great-great grandchildren are still in touch!
Goal for the 102,000 Mark: New floor mats. Clean upholstery.
Below, a picture of the Golden Dragon Restaurant of Hamburg. Yes, I recommend it.
On the Ipod/Radio: We're All Alone, by Rita Coolidge, from my Favorite Songs of 1978 Playlist. Senior prom. Marsha. ahem!
Other Things About This Day: Church was outstanding today. DiscipleshipPastor Steve Bringardner preached on "The Power of Blessings". He used the story of Jacob and Esau, of the Old Testament, as the text. The big point I got out of it, was how families that fail to bless one another effectively, can end up with problems that last for generations.
It made me think of my Darr and Martin relations, that today are close after three and four generations. My ancestors Gottlieb Durr, and John New Martin, must have done something right! Today their great-great-great grandchildren are still in touch!
Goal for the 102,000 Mark: New floor mats. Clean upholstery.
Below, a picture of the Golden Dragon Restaurant of Hamburg. Yes, I recommend it.
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