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| 1978 Grand Prix, 1970 Blazer, 1978 Corvette |
We had CB in the cars
and CB in the house.... the CB was the instrument that introduced us and led to marriage.
He drove this bridge, that is about 5 miles long, every day and from the highest point he could Key the CB radio and shout, Cherokee Rose, I am on top of the sky-way... I would key in the house and say Got you...
this meant he was about 15 or 20 minutes out. I could only hear him from their because of the height of the bridge.
One day, he called a second time...
"Cherokee Rose, you copy me? " "Yes, what's wrong....
he said "I am at 5th ave North at 22nd street. the timing belt came off the Blazer. Bring the car, you will have to tow me home."
10 minutes later I pulled up behind him, he chained the Blazer to the Grand Prix
AND SAID
"YOU have to tow and I have to drive the blazer... I said "NO, I will NOT tow that truck. I can't tow the truck..."
He yells "YOU HAVE TO Tow".. the person towing can't use the brakes, the person being towed has to use the Blazer brakes to stop both cars." You are not strong enough to do that."
I YELLED, "WHAT? are you crazy? " NO NO NO... he said "GET IN THE Car" you can do it. I cried the whole terrifying 10 minutes that I towed the car home... without touching the brakes... I am hyperventilating as I type this story.
TAKE A MINUTE TO READ THIS BLOG Did you bring your cameras. AMAZING STORY
That is an impressive fleet and feat. great story from the past keep them coming.
ReplyDeleteSandra, I would have felt the same way and have at times when I was afraid of being able to do something. Glad it worked out OK. Maybe a tow truck next time?
ReplyDeleteI am hyperventilating just reading this story ;) Well told Sandra.
ReplyDeletegood grief I am a bundle of nerves too....you were the little engine saying I think I can I think I can!!
ReplyDeleteGreat story and photos
Hugs Cecilia
Between your towing tale and one look at that bridge, I'm hyperventilating now too!!
ReplyDeleteBest,
Bonnie
Hyperventilating ...... not surprised. Have a marvellous Monday.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes Molly
WOW I can definitely understand the hyperventilating in this case!!
ReplyDeleteScares me just reading it, Cherokee Rose! Love the 'handle.'
ReplyDeleteyou two were meant for one another. :)
ReplyDeleteI am about to hyperventilate just reading this!!! Glad you lived to tell the tale.
ReplyDeleteThat is horrifying! What if the brakes are brakes are gone in the car being towed???? I would have reacted the exact same way!! That Grand Prix and Corvette would be worth some money NOW! But we never know that when we need to sell or trade. Cherokee Rose...SO romantic!!!!
ReplyDeleteyou two remind me of my mom and dad! lol I would have been freaking out!! Love the Corvette. :) Those are great for cruising around the beach. :)
ReplyDeleteHad to tow a car or truck a few times years ago. No question - JUST DO IT! I did not like it whether it was for my dad or hubby!! But I guess they trusted me and we always got home safe!
ReplyDeleteOH MT GOODNESS! I bet you felt proud of yourself once you'd done it but my hands are sweating because I'm feeling scared.:)
ReplyDeleteLove the cars. I would have freaked out and cried too! Thank you for that link. I love turtle and that was so amazing.
ReplyDeleteHoly moosepoops! I would have cried too...over and out!...:)JP
ReplyDeleteThat would have scared the heck out of me too. I'm pretty sure I would have been crying the whole drive :)
ReplyDeleteYou need to write a book about all your adventures.LOL
ReplyDeleteCherokee Rose, I love it! Those turtles will hurt you once they grow up, I think so reading Tex's blog about how they hurt the ducks' feet.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like quite and adventure. I have been in the vehicle being towed but only once. Hubby never told me I had to stop him too and he used his brakes. But then he was driving a pickup and I was in the Camaro.
ReplyDeleteI'd be hyperventilating too !
ReplyDeleteHey is that that Pensacola Bridge ?
I would find that story scary too.....I cannot tow! Glad you made it and now it is just a memory
ReplyDeleteHow did I not notice that header? Did you put it up today? or was I just distracted by the towing story yesterday. Anyway, the sentiment expressed is so true. We let fear rule us needlessly.
ReplyDeleteI'm hyperventilating too.
ReplyDeleteScary but you did it.
Being pushed completely beyond my comfort zone is the only way some things get done.
You've led an interesting life Sandra.
Oh, nice new header!
ReplyDeleteI am proud of you for doing that, I would have out of habit hit the brake I am sure. That would have been scary.
Thank you so much for thinking of us during this sad time of having to say goodbye to our sweet Patches.
Hugs and nose kisses
I, too, have towing horror stories thanks to my own Dear Hubby. And I share the leftover panic you experienced through recounting the terrible tow trip.
ReplyDeleteOh my! Now you must really tell is about the Vet!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness that would scare me to death too! You and Bob are great together.
ReplyDeleteWent back and read your anniversary post LOL...you guys are characters...have not met you but love ya...
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