The Car Wash Life

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Monday, January 12, 2026

Bob's Ribs

Fall 2003. Bob Kendrick’s son, Taylor, attended a rural high school, where he played wide receiver on the football team. Even then, Bob still had to be the center of attention. In high school football, the sidelines are typically reserved for people affiliated with the team—players, coaches,... Sign in to see full entry.

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Saturday, January 10, 2026

Tens of Thousands

When I empty the machines, I don’t examine every quarter. Over the course of a year, I handle tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of quarters. If I went through every single one, I’d never get anything done. If I do spot a non-quarter coin, debris, or a small screw, I’ll pull it out, of course.... Sign in to see full entry.

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Friday, January 9, 2026

Crazy Bob

A few weeks ago, Bruce noticed an air problem in Location A’s tunnel. Dad told him to shut the tunnel down. Jason Abner was out golfing, so Dad would be the one handling it. When Dad arrived, Bob Kendrick just happened to be there. He was visiting his son Taylor, who was working for Jason that day.... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Jealous Bob

There were times when Bob showed a twinge of jealousy. He stayed in communication with Dad and Jason Abner about how the business was doing. Bob’s son, Taylor, also works part-time for Jason. Dad and Jason could sense Bob’s mood shift whenever he was told—or saw for himself—that the business was... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, January 5, 2026

Falsely Accused

This morning was rather crazy. I dealt with an irate customer from Location C after a quarter jammed in the self-service bay he was using. I tried to coordinate a wash for him, but he refused to cooperate. The conversation quickly deteriorated into foul language, so I ended the call and blocked him.... Sign in to see full entry.

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