The Car Wash Life

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Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Bruce's Gift

I received a surprise gift from Bruce today as did Dad. The surprise gift were lottery tickets, $50 worth to each of it. Bruce thanked Dad and me for treating him so well. His appreciation really touched my heart. Now I would be amiss not to say how our tickets did. I won $10. Dad won $60.... Sign in to see full entry.

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Saturday, December 21, 2024

Trucks Galore

Originally, Location A had three 10,000 tanks. As busy as we were, we were pumping at least 10,000 gallons per day most of which was regular. Gasoline trucks are allowed to hold 8,700 gallons of gasoline. The gas is compartamentalized. That way, a dealer can receive different octanes. With the way... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Dad's Ribs

Unfortunately, Dad broke two ribs last Saturday. He was moving some stuff and ended up falling into a railing. He has been one sore person. He has still been coming to work and is not doing anything strenuous. Here is to hoping for Dad to experience a speedy recovery. Recommended Reading Cut the... Sign in to see full entry.

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Saturday, December 14, 2024

Credit Cards and A

When I think back to how busy the gasoline was at Location A, I am amazed at all the transactions the cashier processed. We did not have credit card readers on the pumps during the glory years of the gasoline. Every customer had to come in. We also charged a five cent/gallon fee to make up for the... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, December 11, 2024

No Vacuuming

I cannot remember the last time I vacuumed out one of my vehicles. A long time it has been. Back in the day, I would often just push off the vacuuming to tomorrow with tomorrow never coming. Now with Jason Abner as a detailer, I just have him do it once in a while. If I never vacuum a vehicle myself... Sign in to see full entry.

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