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Oasis in an Asphalt Desert: Buc-ee’s

by sojourner on July 19, 2009

photo credit: verdi
Long distance relationships, while undoubtedly worth the effort, have their share of caveats. High phone bills, long drives, and tired Mondays all contribute to the stress of extended love affairs. Thank goodness however, on the trek from Austin to Houston, there is a welcome reprieve in Giddings, Texas: Buc-ee’s Gas Stations.
For those who [...]

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The Mystery Machine

by Graham on August 12, 2008

(Photo: Valentinian)
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Falling Gas Prices in Texas

by Graham on July 21, 2008

It appears that gas prices around the state have fallen since President Bush lifted the Presidential ban on offshore drilling last week. The President’s action was purely symbolic because a Congressional ban is still in place. Nevertheless, the price of oil fell significantly on the news. According to the AAA’s Daily Fuel Gauge Report, prices [...]

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Don’t Touch My Speed Limit

by MrChemistry on July 10, 2008

In DWT’s inaugural post, Graham talks about his introduction to Texan culture, especially on the roadways, and how it spawned DWT. Coming from California, he was amazed at the disparity with California’s “oppressive traffic enforcement”. Well, I’m a born and raised Texan, so it comes as no surprise to me that people were defiant towards [...]

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