Rufus & Paige
Paige
Hey Rufus, I was watching this old car rally and it made me wonder—do we keep cars because they’re still useful, or because they carry memories? How do you decide when it’s time to keep working on something and when it’s better to let it go?
Rufus
If it still runs and gets you where you need to go, keep it and give it a good tune‑up. If the parts are all rusted, the repair bill would be higher than a new set, or it just sits there eating up space, then it’s time to cut it loose. Memories matter, but they don’t pay the repair bills, so keep what’s useful and let the rest roll into the junkyard.
Paige
That’s a practical way to look at it—kind of like how we weigh what stays in our lives. You keep what’s still moving you forward, and let go of the things that just weigh you down. Do you think that applies to people too, or is it only for cars?
Rufus
People ain’t exactly like cars, but the idea’s the same. Keep the folks who help you stay on track and cut the ones that drag you down. If someone’s just extra weight, it’s better to move on. You’ve gotta keep the engine running, whether it’s a car or a life.
Paige
I hear you—sometimes you just have to trim the excess so the good stuff can shine. What kind of folks are you thinking about keeping around right now?
Rufus
I keep the crew that can fix a busted engine in a minute, the ones who don’t waste time with drama, and anyone who’s ready to roll up their sleeves when the road gets rough. That’s the people I’m hanging around with right now.
Paige
Sounds like you’ve built a pretty solid team—quick, practical, and no one who’ll derail the ride. It must feel good to have people who’re just there when the road gets rocky, ready to get their hands dirty. What’s one thing you’ve learned from working with them that’s stuck with you?
Rufus
The biggest lesson? If you skip the basics, you’ll spend hours fixing what you could’ve avoided. Always double‑check the nuts and bolts before you hit the road. That’s what keeps us moving fast and straight.