The Car Wash Life

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Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Robbie on the Outs?

Dad is giving serious thought to letting Robbie go. There have been plenty of times in the nearly eight years Robbie has worked for us that Dad has given serious thought to getting rid of Robbie. The big problem with Robbie is attitude. He definitely is the active leader in customer complaints. His... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, May 27, 2024

Sunsets at B

Location B has itself some beautiful sunsets. Our office faces out west, so I get a great view of the sun going down. I do not get the view all year due to the length of days. During the winter months, however, I get to see them, and boy, they are a pleasure to see. Recommended Reading Slow and Cuts... Sign in to see full entry.

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Saturday, May 25, 2024

Motion Detector

An important security feature I believe all car washes should have are motion detectors for equipment rooms, lobbies and offices. Not all burglars are going to try a break-in through doors and windows. I know of one car wash operator back in the day without motion detectors. The burglars cut through... Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, May 23, 2024

Recyclable Popularity

I have mentioned that when I can, I try to grab as many recyclables from the car washes as I can. What are the most to least recyclables that I find. Plastic bottles are number one. A lot of people throw away their beverages at the car washes, some not having empties them out entirely. Even if I did... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, May 21, 2024

When Daddy Sleeps

As I write this entry, Dad is taking a nap next to me at Location B. I have written about Dad being a sleeper at work and detailing different sleep-related stories. He also took a nap yesterday. He has been getting up at 6:15 a.m. this week because Jason Abner is on vacation this week in St. Croix.... Sign in to see full entry.

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