Sunday, August 2, 2026

Teddy Swims - The Door

 

I took a page out of your favorite book You sold me lies just by the way you look Taught me a language that I've never speak Baby, that ain't for me, that, that ain't for me I dug my grave watchin' the way you move You took me higher than I ever flew, ooh Too many times, gave you a second chance Baby, I'm just a man, I'm, I'm just a man No more thinkin' about you late night No more runnin' around with your friends now Done pickin' up pieces of my soul up off the floor I said I would die for you, baby But I can't take this pain no more I thought I was willin' But tonight I saved my life when I showed you the door I don't wanna lose you, baby But I can't play this gamе no more I thought it would kill me But tonight I saved my lifе when I showed you the door You never thought this day would ever come But I looked you in the eyes and pulled the rug You tried to take away my sanity Baby, that ain't for me, that, that ain't for me Oh, no more thinkin' about you late night No more runnin' around with your friends now Done pickin' up pieces of my soul from off the floor I said I would die for you, baby But I can't take this pain no more I thought I was willin' But tonight I saved my life when I showed you the door I don't wanna lose you, baby But I can't play this game no more I thought it would kill me But tonight I saved my life when I showed you the door When I showed you the door When I showed you the door But tonight I saved my life when I showed you the door I said I would die for you, baby But I can't take this pain no more I thought I was willin' But tonight I saved my life when I showed you the door I don't wanna lose you, baby (I don't wanna lose you, baby) But I can't take this game no more (no more) I thought it would kill me (I thought it would kill me) But tonight I saved my life when I showed you the door Hm Oh

Monday, July 27, 2026

==2026 RAV4 XSE in Meteor Shower

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 XSE in Meteor Shower features a striking two-tone metallic finish paired with a contrasting black roof, 20-inch gloss black wheels, and a redesigned sporty exterior. Pricing for the XSE trim typically ranges from roughly $46,000 to over $51,000 depending on hybrid or plug-in hybrid configurations. 


Exterior and Design
  • Paint & Roof: Two-tone Meteor Shower metallic body matched with a Midnight Black Metallic roof.
  • Wheels & Trim: 20-inch gloss black wheels, blacked-out roof rails, and glossy black mirror caps and lower trim accents.
  • Front Fascia: Hexagonal/honeycomb grille with integrated LED headlights and modern accent lighting. 
Interior and Technology
  • Cabin Comfort: Black and blue SofTex mixed-media seats with soft-touch door panels.
  • Displays: Upgraded 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster alongside a customizable 12.9-inch central touchscreen infotainment system.
  • Convenience: Dual wireless device chargers, panoramic moonroof, and a full 360-degree camera system.
Performance and Specs
  • Powertrain Options: Available as a hybrid or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) paired with electronic all-wheel drive (AECVT).
  • Efficiency: High-trim hybrid configurations achieve an estimated combined fuel economy near 42 mpg

Thursday, July 23, 2026

==Mazda vs CX-50 vs. CX-60

The Mazda CX-50 and CX-60 serve completely different markets: the CX-50 is a rugged, value-focused crossover built in Alabama for North American lifestyles. The CX-60 is a larger, premium, rear-wheel-drive SUV built for Europe and Australia, featuring longitudinal engines and plug-in hybrid options
Key Differences:
  • Market Availability: The CX-50 is available in the US and Canada. The CX-60 is not sold in the US (North America receives the wider CX-70 instead). 
  • Platform & Drivetrain: The CX-50 utilizes a front-wheel-drive-based, transverse engine layout with standard AWD. The CX-60 sits on Mazda’s new Large Product Group architecture with a rear-wheel-drive bias, offering mild-hybrid inline-6 engines and Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) options.
  • Design & Purpose: The CX-50 features a longer, lower, and boxier stance tailored for outdoor adventures (including a higher 3,500 lbs towing capacity on turbo models). The CX-60 is more upscale, featuring a cab-rearward design and a luxurious, European-inspired interior.
Which One Should You Look For?

If you are located in the US, you can browse trims, current local inventory, and pricing for the CX-50 on the Mazda USA site. If you reside in Europe or Australia, you can explore the premium specifications and hybrid performance of the CX-60 on Mazda Australia or Mazda UK.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Frédéric Chopin - the only known photograph

Chopin's father was Nicolas Chopin, a Frenchman from Lorraine who had emigrated to Poland in 1787 at the age of sixteen and had served in Poland's National Guard during the Kościuszko Uprising. In France he had been baptised Nicolas but later, living in Poland, he used the Polish form of his given name, Mikołaj. He subsequently tutored children of the aristocracy, including the Skarbeks, whose poorer relative, Justyna Krzyżanowska, he married.


Photograph of Chopin daguerreotype by Bisson, c. 1849