Isn’t that how it goes? The point is things don’t always turn out well but we can make the best of them!
Anyway, my job requires me to recertify every 5 Years and that meant a trip to Denver about 1 ½ hours South of here two days in a row. “No problem”, said my boss. “You and 2 other people can car pool. “ I was thinking, “Thank Goodness! My car is 20 Years old!”
Not so fast! One person wanted to go separately because her parents live in Denver. Understandable – I can hitch a ride with the other young Lady. Except ….yesterday morning a half hour before time to leave I get a text (young folks don’t know how to call anybody!) that she is too sick to go!
So I check the oil, hop in my car and pray! And yesterday went great! I made it to my destination right on time and got home 12 hours later!
Today, I also had a great day – passed my test, got my certificate and headed home early. 8~)
Just 20 miles from home my car began to shake, rattle and roll (and it wasn’t from the music!) I take the next exit, pull into a gas station and try to determine what to do next. I know that most guys relate to cars – I don’t!
So I google mechanic, make the call and a very nice lady told me not to dare drive – there’s probably no way I’ll make it! Then she suggested that I call my insurance company for roadside assistance. An hour later, here comes the tow truck and the driver convinces me to tow to his preferred autoshop.
Well, who knows? Do I trust the insurance gal in another state or do I trust the local guy who’s probably being paid to recommend a mechanic? Either way it’s a big gamble!
My Wife came to pick me up and now I’m home with no vehicle – either for a few hours, a few days, or for – well, at least this car - ever!
Now I could freak out about my bad luck for breaking down and stress out thinking I just can’t get through this without a Sickerette (or 2 or 20)
OR I can see a few very blessed facts!
- I DIDN’T break down in Denver
- I WAS only 20 miles from home
- I WASN’T on the side of the interstate (in danger)
- I DID get a free tow
- It IS a 20 Year old car that has been golden for the 15 Years I’ve owned it!
- Most Important of all - I DO have my certification!
Had I smoked, I would still have a very old car in the shop. Smoking wouldn’t have changed anything! And you know what? It was a very good day! And I’ll cross the bridge of tomorrow when it gets here! I can smile, relax, and get some much needed rest! THAT is the gift that my Quit Journey has given to me!
LIFE is Great – Smoke FREE! I live Life on Life’s terms!
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