CarMax - A fine experience

October 25, 2011

General Manager

CarMax

712 Savage Road

Charleston SC 29414

Dear Sir:

Today was my first experience with CarMax and I was literally blown out of the water. Over the weekend I agreed to buy a car from a man in the neighborhood. We closed the deal earlier this morning. Later I went to CarMax to sell my 2005 Lincoln Town Car. I dealt with Elizabeth Humphries and Marissa Wright.

From the moment of reception till I walked out the door about 30 minutes later with my check the service was warm, friendly, professional, experienced and top notch in every respect. I have never had such a rewarding moment in any car dealership going back to the 1950s. I am so impressed, I intend to spread the good word about CarMax when talking with family and friends.

In the future, whether I am buying or selling, CarMax will be my first stop.

Thank you for making my day.

Sincerely,

Francis X. Archibald

Shem Creek Park - another recreational gem

Dedicated on October 18, 2011, this is the latest addition to recreational opportunities in Mt Pleasant. This is a magnificent site to visit, walk out into the marsh on a (lighted at night) 2200 feet boardwalk toward Charleston harbor, enjoy the fresh air and the magnificent view of marsh grass, working and recreational boats, birds, and the occasional tanker or cargo ship entering Charleston. The park can be accessed from Coleman Blvd. at Shem Creek. Parking is available and there are several restaurants within walking distance of the entrance to the park

Ten thoughts on turning 80*

1. I am happy to be here and able to write these thoughts.

2. When I was a child I wondered if I would be alive at 65. That age seemed so far away to a child in grammar school.

3. I have been blessed and or lucky in so many ways I cannot count them but I know them in my heart. 

4. Looking back our early family life was tough, but our mother kept us (five children) together and we persevered.

5. Joining the U.S. Air Force was the best thing I ever did. It gave me opportunity, training and set me on a career path for my adult life.

6. College and university opened new doors, but education is a continuing process through life.

7. Along the highways of life I met many men and women who helped; especially my late wife of 56 years.

8. My five children have turned out well, and have been on someone else’s payroll for years. (The dream of all parents.)

9. It is best to be liberal in thought, word and deed, especially to, with and for others who have less than I.

10. It is said we will live 15 years beyond our parents. My mother lived to be 92. I hope I am here writing another bog entry when I am 107.

*(Oct. 2, 2011)