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17-OCT-2012

I am Broke

Submitted for the October PAD, “Haiku.”

Other poets can be seen here.

Yes I bought the Juke
Turbo charged and all wheel drive
Let's bring on the snow!

I finally had to get rid of the death trap car with the rusted out frame and failing control arms. Steering in curves was getting dicey. My 97 Ford Escort hatchback lasted me 15 years. I loved that car. I drove off mountains in white out blizzards in it. I worked home health with it and went down roads that would challenge 4 wheel drive.

So after some research, I decided on a Nissan Juke. It's a SUV crossover with a sports car performance and handling. I like some speed. :) A 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine with output of 188 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. AWD. 17 inch wheels. CVT. I'm kind of on the fence about that. And a body style that you either hate or love. I love it. And it rocks. Once I break in the engine, I will be redlining the tach. :)

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Laryl23-Oct-2012 00:09
wow congrats! our a/c stopped working and we can't get it going again, and the hood is down to bare metal. our 2000 might go the way of your old car, and have to be replaced soon too. It's fun to get a new car but yep they can sure break you.
Guest 19-Oct-2012 21:11
Congratulations for your new car photo and haiku!!!! Well done Karen! V
Tom LeRoy19-Oct-2012 11:34
That's an awesome machine! It will put a smile on your face :-) V
borisalex19-Oct-2012 05:59
You´ve got it all! Congratulations to the new car, looks cool! V.
Cindi Smith19-Oct-2012 00:10
LOL at the plate.....good one!
Frank Brault18-Oct-2012 23:01
Congratulations! I think you got a splendid vehicle. I love the image. V
Colin Storey18-Oct-2012 20:51
Great image of your new car, hope its lasts as long as you last one, they are a fun looking car. v
Chris Spracklen18-Oct-2012 20:26
Sounds like fun, Karen!
It'll be worth being "broke" for a month or three!
Helen Betts18-Oct-2012 16:55
Well, cool capture of your new baby, and congratulations. Love your title as well. V.
Nestor Derkach18-Oct-2012 16:09
Nice Nissan Portrait clean car with nice paint and chrome reflections.
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Simon Chandler18-Oct-2012 15:13
Eye-catching presentation. Juke is a good choice. v
globalgadabout18-Oct-2012 14:39
superb celebratory shot...this sounds ideal transport for your photo expeditions too...V
Fong Lam18-Oct-2012 11:11
This SUV should be a fun car to ride in....enjoy...V
woody3418-Oct-2012 05:08
Wow ...well done.. love your choice of vehicle...V
Bryan Murahashi18-Oct-2012 04:11
Congrats on your new wheels. Always nice to drive a brand new car. V
Sheila18-Oct-2012 04:09
Congratulations on your new AWD. Hope you enjoy it as much as your old one :-)
Richard Vance18-Oct-2012 03:37
You go, Karen! Glad to see you get a kickin' ride. You deserve it.
Best to you,
Dick:)
Coleen Perilloux Landry18-Oct-2012 01:20
Congratulations. You'll be safer (but more risque, I am sure).
bill friedlander18-Oct-2012 00:54
Enjoy your new car and please don't drive off of mountains, ya hear? V
LynnH18-Oct-2012 00:39
I like the looks of the Juke, like a little beast! It has a higher ground clearance and I think you'll like that. And it will be fun to drive on your mountain roads too! Good luck with the new car!
laine18-Oct-2012 00:24
Good for you...every best luck in the world with it
Jean Chiasson18-Oct-2012 00:12
Love the view comp Karen vote
janescottcumming17-Oct-2012 23:57
A friend of mine has a Juke and loves it. I think they are really cool looking. Good luck with your new set of wheels! V
Walter Otto Koenig17-Oct-2012 23:48
Congratulations on the new set of wheels. Looks like it will be a lot of fun to drive this new car.
joanteno17-Oct-2012 23:03
Congrats
Patricia Kay17-Oct-2012 21:13
Sounds fabulous Karen...Enjoy and take care...BV
John King17-Oct-2012 21:12
Congratulations on your new car! It sounds rugged and sporty, my kind of vehicle. V.
larose forest photos17-Oct-2012 21:10
Cool shot and haiku, and great write-up! I don't know this model so will have to look it up. My trusty old Subaru forester is getting to the end of its life, so... V
Guest 17-Oct-2012 20:40
Splendid presentation. V.