The Car Wash Life

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Tuesday, July 22, 2025

All Things Ceramic

Kabu asked me what a ceramic wax is, so let’s start with the basics. A ceramic coating is a protective layer applied to a vehicle's exterior—usually by dealerships or professional detailers—to shield the finish from dirt, UV rays, and contaminants. It creates a durable, long-lasting barrier that... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, July 20, 2025

Packas to Propose

After returning from Myrtle Beach, Dad emailed Herb Packas to ask what it would take to lease Location A. That was a few weeks ago. Just a few days ago, Packas responded, saying he would send Dad some proposals sometime this week. I know Packas had previously expressed interest in buying Location A.... Sign in to see full entry.

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Friday, July 18, 2025

To Sell or not to Sell?

The divide between Dad and the duo of Aunt Betty and Uncle John centered on one question: what to do with the family car wash. Dad wanted to keep it. He was—and still is, to a lesser extent—sentimental about family businesses. He had worked at the car wash for years under Pop-Pop’s guidance, and to... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Family Partners

1970s. Pop-Pop was too good to Aunt Betty and Uncle John. Grandma did not become to the sole proprietor when Pop-Pop passed. Pop-Pop had years earlier made his daughter and son-in-law partners to the car wash for free. Not only that, Pop-Pop got them another car wash. He Aunt Betty, a teacher, and... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, July 15, 2025

That Funny Feeling in My Throat

I woke up this morning with a funny feeling in my throat. My suspicion was confirmed-strep throat. The good news is that I was proactive in going to an urgent care facility and received an antibiotic. Therefore, I am not expecting any major malaise. Now it is quarantine time at home. Recommended... Sign in to see full entry.

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