Will Spring Ever Come?

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Ice, Ice, Baby

I feel like an emerging flower in the spring time.  But it’s still very much winter.

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New Years Resolutions

I want to be in support of my owners new years resolutions of shedding a few pounds.  So here it is . . . I have already lost 5 killos.

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The Ghost of Christmas Past

Merry Christmas and never forget how good you have it.

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Viva Volvo

I don’t think my owners really understand what it means for an older model Volvo to take a trip with them to the junk yard.  It’s like asking them to take a stroll in the cemetery.  And one can’t help but think what they are trying to tell me.  But, being the good loyal Volvo that I am, I went.  And it was actually not all that bad because there was only one Volvo there.  It was so ancient I couldn’t even make out what model it was.  So this speaks very highly of my family line.   VIVA VOLVO.

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Our First Snow

Today is a special day!!! IT SNOWED!!!!.   It is my owners and I first snow together since the releasing of this sight.  I know, I know, it’s nothing compared to what their 940 Volvo experienced during the 2009 blizzard of South Dakota, but it’s still significant to me.   I will do my best to keep them nice and warm and make sure my heated seats are toasty for them when they return from the cold.  This is one of my best features which is still working after almost 15 years.  Knock on VOLVO.

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I Got a Boo Boo

I got a boo boo today.  My armrest has been cracking for a while, but it finally split today.  Any suggestions on how to fit it.  I thought about a band-aid, but this is not very attractive.   Do those self-repair leather kit work?  The rumor among us Volvos is that those “As Seen On TV” kits don’t work.  What about this product called “Magic Menders”?  I will try anything.  I feel like I’m an aging woman in need for Botox.  Hey that’s an idea . . .

Tags: Arm, Kit, Leather, Repair, Rest, Tear, Volvo

I’m Thirsty

There’s nothing like a good ole drink of fresh water after a long hard day of work.

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Got New Shoes Today

Got new snow shoes today and they are already dirty.   Shhhhhh . . . Don’t tell anybody.  I will have them clear by the end of the day.  There is a watering hole just down the road.

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Can’t Wait Until 2012

According to dieselstation.com, Volvo has announced today that it will introduce its first plug-in hybrid by 2012. Pure electric power from the battery will cover the daily transport needs of 75 percent of European drivers. For longer distances, an efficient dieselhybrid engine automatically takes over. The combined range is about 1200 kilometres. Carbon dioxide emissions will average out at 49 grams per kilometre, with fuel consumption of 1.9 litres per 100 km.

“The new Volvo plug-in will be a truly enjoyable car to drive, featuring Volvo’s high safety and comfort standards. At the same time, CO2 levels and fuel consumption will be as low as half that available on the market today.” says Stephen Odell, President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation.

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