THIRD generation

THIRD generation.  Both my dad & Granddad owned Ford trucks.  Independence Day 2019 joined the legacy, bought my first truck – an all-American FORD.  Built in Kansas City; parts from US, Canada & Mexico.  North American made.  Dig it!

Hard to say goodbye.  Will miss the Jeep.  Fave life-to-date vehicle, good Colorado fit.  Said something about ME & my Life-2^nd Half identity.  Owned it outright/title mine.

Jeep however also the money pit.  Every 3 months another $800-$1000.  Right strut, left axle, points leaking oil.  Black Hills week, 2^nd warm day of summer & no air conditioner.  Another repair.  When’s enough, enough?  Season hasn’t even started.  Argh.

Touchdown Rapid City.  Hertz rental, a Ford F-150 — a giant gas-guzzlin’ truck?

Colorado HOME 2 days later & the rest is history.  Welcomed my first Ford.  South Dakota rental in charcoal gray.  Same exact truck – little more tricked out.

Big engine, comfortable ride, all the creature comforts.  LOVE LOVE my new ride.

July is FORD month.  Happy Birthday U-S-A! 🇺🇸