Sanford Auto Service

Because so few of today’s car owners do their own maintenance, many of us often choose to let local repair shops handle our repairs and upkeep for us. Here are some simple steps to help you pick the right mechanic or auto maintenance facility: Don’t wait unti your car breaks down to find a mechanic or repair facility. Being without your automobile during such times can cause tremendous stress, and often, consumers will make the wrong decision because of those pressures. Word of mouth is gold, so be sure to talk to family members, friends and even co-workers for shops or facilities they’d recommend. Call the Better Business Bureau and local consumer organizations to check the shop’s reliability and performance and to see if any complaints have been filed. Make sure the shop is clean, organized and runs like a well-oiled machine. You’ll also want to ensure they’re equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and tools to deal with modern cars and their computer-controlled engines ... read more

Looking back through last year, what occurrences stand out that had the most impact on you? Was it a weather disaster? Maybe the death of a loved one or the birth of a grandchild? We were very blessed. The storms passed us by and the latest of 7 grandchildren graced our family. Birthdays abounded and life ticked on. When it was all said and done, the good always outweighed the bad. We tend to remember the bad things and overlook the blessings we experience each and every day. Why is that? Are we all so hooked on drama that we can no longer see the blessings? One of my favorite stories in the Bible is the book of Job. He lost it all, but kept his composure and was given back ten-fold what he lost. Many times I fail miserably through my trials but I know who is in control. It is a blessing to know the outcome does not rely on me. The new year is ahead…. how will you see it? And more importantly, what will you do with it? Wouldn’t it be great to be remembered as a person that played a ... read more