About this episode
Jerry Wayne Longmar shares personal reflections on his Sunday routine, including family moments and his journey to reduce alcohol consumption. He discusses the challenges of his publishing experience, his children's musical growth, and the joy of connecting with them over shared interests like K-pop. The episode captures the balance of family life, creative pursuits, and the occasional frustrations of being a parent and artist, all delivered with humor and authenticity.
This week on The Reckon Yard, JW remembers his first Valentine’s Day with Rachael, then reflects on his paternal grandfather’s life and the weight of expectations and how a man learns to carry them.
Then we return to Duwali Bottoms, Texas. In the long heat of an East Texas summer, a single afternoon drifts along slow and easy… right up until it doesn’t, and the roads and pastures fill with the restless energy of youth, old grudges, and choices made a little too fast for good sense to keep up.
Ford Torino
"...he had noticed the loud Torino leave rubber on the highway..."
The Ford Torino is a car made by Ford that was popular in the 1970s. It has a sporty look and was known for being fast and powerful.
The Ford Torino is a mid-size car that was produced by Ford in the late 1960s and 1970s. It is known for its performance variants and classic muscle car styling.
Plymouth Fury
"...had the Plymouth Fury floored as it swung out around Tony's old Ford before darting down Sexton Road..."
The Plymouth Fury is a classic American car that was made by the Plymouth brand. It was popular for its size and unique look, especially during the 1960s and 1970s.
The Plymouth Fury is a full-size car that was produced by Plymouth from 1956 to 1989. It is known for its distinctive design and was popular in the 1960s and 1970s, often associated with performance and style.
whining starter
"...the Torino starter was whining but the engine wasn't engaging..."
If the starter makes a whining noise, it means it's struggling to start the engine. This could be because it's not lined up right or has some other problem.
A whining starter typically indicates that the starter motor is having difficulty engaging with the engine's flywheel. This can be due to wear, misalignment, or electrical issues.
carburetor
"...the engine popped through the carburetor before slowly firing on one cylinder..."
A carburetor helps an engine get the right mix of air and fuel to run. It's like a little machine that makes sure the engine has what it needs to start and keep going.
A carburetor is a device in an internal combustion engine that mixes air with a fine spray of liquid fuel. It's essential for the engine's operation, especially in older vehicles that don't use fuel injection.
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