You covered all the bases here, quite gracefully floating from one to the other. It's a gift. ;)
One of my daughters just bought new tires for her vehicle, a Ford Escape. $699.00 out the door. I guess it has been a year or two since I bought tires and I don't mind saying that it appalled me, just a little bit. I know, I realize that I wasn't realistic, but, everything has gone up, as in way up! Nothing is a bargain anymore. I always check my credit card usage too. I get 5% cash back, but it sort of negates that if I get charged the extra 3%. I can rationalize that I am still getting 2%, but I am unwilling to do that right now. Maybe another day. I pay it off at the end of the month, so it doesn't matter if I pay cash, it is just the point. If you are going to pass on that 3% that they charge you, find another way to do it. I don't want to know that I am paying your bills. Anyway, I like going to a small place like that. I would do it every day of the week. Let's get back to supporting our small businesses! You are an awesome uncle making it good as new when you sell it to your niece. Kudos! And no, not everyone would do that. Just saying.
The burgers!!! I have to admit, you cannot keep me from a good burger. It is like steak to me. In fact, there are days I would rather have a well-made hamburger than a steak. Homemade fries? Yes! I'm in! I do like the chicken ones too and white meat, no skin is preferred. But... when I need a burger, white meat won't do. It is always fun to go in a group too, especially when they are kids. They are so much fun to take out, and I can see you are the popular uncle there. I think it is because you treat them well, you are like taking Fun Bobby out for the day. Who wouldn't want to go with you? I have several uncles that were exactly like that and it was because I felt special when they took me somewhere. They asked me to go and that in itself made me feel special. So, I have to give you a hand. You really do make all your nieces and nephews feel special. And $100.00 for five isn't cheap, but I figure that is probably between 15 and 17 each before tax and that isn't unrealistic for a gourmet burger place. Drinks, fries, and sides plus that ginormous burger? Not cheap, but, a fair price with the way things are now.
The financial news has been promising lately. Who knew? I am always a little fearful to be too trusting and always keep my guard up. I'm still stacking and well, probably a little heavier than normal. I have been a closet stacker for years now. I just got a few more bars in. I still really like the gold, but, lean heavier toward silver now.
As usual, your post is a winning combination - not sure how you do it, but, I like it! Thanks so much for taking us along for the ride!
#MarketFriday began as a way to reach out across the globe and learn about different cultures through their markets, especially local markets and farmers' markets, and eventually branched out and evolved over time from straight shopping to a cultural affair as it highlights how we differ and then again, how much we are alike. We have become a melting pot of culture, but it is still the Rituals, Festivals, food, architecture, and even your language/languages that separate us... Along with the fact that these things are normal for us. There are unwritten rules that rule our social behaviors. I see this as allowing for increased tolerance between cultures and nations, and opportunities to come together on an even playing ground. A strong culture can be beneficial to a country as it promotes unity, especially during a crisis, peaceful debate, and open dialogue. I have learned so much about all of you and it has been an amazing experience. I can only hope that learning about each other can help us work together for a peaceful world.
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Thanks, I appreciate the kind words! There are cheaper tires out there, but many of them are made in a particular country and have earned the nickname "china bombs" because they don't hold up very well. Many folks with RVs end up having issues with the cheaper tires. It's one of those cases where you get what you pay for.
I understand the 3% fee. It has to be hard for the smaller places that don't have the volume the big stores have so they can't cover that cost. Their only choice is to pass it on to the consumers. Really it's the processing companies we should be upset with.
I do my best to give the kids a great experience. I know I don't always succeed, but I have a feeling they won't remember those times as much as I will!
Oh, yes! You and me both with tires. Safety first.
I know you are right with the 3%, but they used to pass it on in different ways. The processing companies have changed scales. Now it seems like only the big box stores and Amazon are given a pass.
Trust me, they will always remember the good times and the others will become better as time passes. They might have already. You are already a legend between all the kids.