Where & When Can i see a Scout in Michigan?

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All began in 1978 when I started working in the Research laboratory. They allowed us to work 4 days a week, 4 tens. so I would start early to miss all the bad city traffic and be heading home by 2:30pm. They also allowed us to pick the day we wanted off. of course I picked Friday to always have a nice long weekend. I did this for 41 years. :)
I wish I could go with out Coffee. But my local Iced Caramel Latte wins me over.

You're a ford R&D guy right? Maybe you can help me out with some of my Dentsides issues.
 
Il not really a big soda drinker but I have to have my iced coffee everyday! I don’t care how cold it is outside, the coffee must be iced.
Same, cold weather doesn't hinder my afternoon iced coffee.

I start off with one hot coffee at 7am, iced coffee around 2-3ish, and then i finish my day with a coffee at 7pm and 9pm.
 
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My wife is all coffee all the time in any form even before bed. I don't know how she sleeps. It doesn't seem to hinder sleep. Oh, and I am her barista.
I’m f you grow up in PA it’s Turkey Hill Iced Tea. It’s strong, cloudy and the number one cause of Kidney stones in central PA. Contractors buy it by the gallon and on a daily basis. I’m convinced they sweeten it with crack. I finally gave it up after having a kidney stone (which is the first question they ask-do you drink TH tea🤣). It is so addictive-no idea what they do making it but hey-if ever in central PA-try it out. I used to get the shakes if I drank it (like 32 ounces a day for several days in a row) then didn’t. It is seriously potent stuff.
 
I’m f you grow up in PA it’s Turkey Hill Iced Tea. It’s strong, cloudy and the number one cause of Kidney stones in central PA. Contractors buy it by the gallon and on a daily basis. I’m convinced they sweeten it with crack. I finally gave it up after having a kidney stone (which is the first question they ask-do you drink TH tea🤣). It is so addictive-no idea what they do making it but hey-if ever in central PA-try it out. I used to get the shakes if I drank it (like 32 ounces a day for several days in a row) then didn’t. It is seriously potent stuff.
Stuff sounds like the old cola from Mexico.
 
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I’m f you grow up in PA it’s Turkey Hill Iced Tea. It’s strong, cloudy and the number one cause of Kidney stones in central PA. Contractors buy it by the gallon and on a daily basis. I’m convinced they sweeten it with crack. I finally gave it up after having a kidney stone (which is the first question they ask-do you drink TH tea🤣). It is so addictive-no idea what they do making it but hey-if ever in central PA-try it out. I used to get the shakes if I drank it (like 32 ounces a day for several days in a row) then didn’t. It is seriously potent stuff.
Yikes. I don't need anything adding to the troublesome aging process.
 
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I have to admit I am a bit disappointed that there is not any planned presence at the Detroit Auto Show especially with the vehicles being designed here in Michigan. I am a day one place holder and I am so excited to see the Traveler in person.
The labor costs at the Detroit show are over $200/hour. I wouldn't spend that kind of money until the production versions are ready.
 
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I have to admit I am a bit disappointed that there is not any planned presence at the Detroit Auto Show especially with the vehicles being designed here in Michigan. I am a day one place holder and I am so excited to see the Traveler in person.
I think it’s a timing issue. They only have one concept of each and Jamie posted a bit ago that the Terra was getting some TLC and it sounds like the Traveler is getting a refresh and they are building another Traveler concept so they can go more places. As time goes on and they have more vehicles they will be more places on display.
 
The labor costs at the Detroit show are over $200/hour. I wouldn't spend that kind of money until the production versions are ready.
I like that SM is doing the offbeat approach. I was actually shocked they did the LA show. I think the offbeat venues are cheaper and connect with people who aren’t fanatics like most of us. The new unexpected crowds and the storytelling is a millennial approach and I find it more engaging than having 100’s of people climbing over it because they can. I liken it to going to an art opening at a gallery.
 
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I like that SM is doing the offbeat approach. I was actually shocked they did the LA show. I think the offbeat venues are cheaper and connect with people who aren’t fanatics like most of us. The new unexpected crowds and the storytelling is a millennial approach and I find it more engaging than having 100’s of people climbing over it because they can. I liken it to going to an art opening at a gallery.
And auto shows are difficult because people expect to sit in them and they can’t.
 
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