can i get a do-over?
Oh, what a day!
It all started yesterday, when my younger brother borrowed my car and it wouldn't start -- he had it towed, and I called today to see what was wrong. Apparently, the alternator's dead, as well as the battery. I asked them to charge the battery and I'd pay later to get the alternator fixed -- what do I need it for? Don't you just use the battery when you start the car?
Yes, I was that naive.
I also got my A/C fixed after two years without it, so, when I picked up the car, I decided to take a trip down to Paper Source for some journal-making supplies (I'm planning on opening up my etsy shop again with a whole bunch of journals) and other fun inspiration.
Well, on the way home, my car started going funny, my radio popped and went out, the RPMs stopped registering, and I managed to get a window open before ALL the electronics went out! I got a few more miles down the road before the engine gave out. I called AAA and waited -- in 85 degree weather! -- for the tow. And then I find out you get charged after 5 miles! So that little trip to Paper Source ended up costing me the papers PLUS $84!
I'm now lounging inside in a long t-shirt, basket of art supplies next to me. I've a headache from the heat (waiting for the tow) and all the money I'm spending to get my car fixed. And not being able to go to my favorite out-of-the-house spot tonight! *sigh*
Here's a poem I wrote on the side of the road while waiting. I'm going to do art and wait for a new day, because this one was tiring!
we all wish
we had a mirror
to show us what is
coming up from behind
and into being in
the present
a warning of what
is to come
yet if we did
get this
magic mirror
our lives would be spent
in worry
gazing into its depths
agonizing over what
is around the bend
behind
inside of the beauty and joy
surrounding us
Sorry ya had such a sucky Day, Kira!!
Here's to a better day tomorrow!
Posted by: Kristy Christopherson | 06 June 2008 at 10:30 PM
Just think, without all the yuckiness, you would not have produced that poem. Although I did not endure your day, it seems that made it worth it.
amanda
Posted by: amanda | 07 June 2008 at 10:44 AM
So sorry your having such a rough time with your car. I hope things get better. I love the poem. Take care of yourself.
Posted by: Sandy | 07 June 2008 at 11:01 AM
Sorry to hear about your troubles Kira. I know the feeling, just when things are looking up you just get pushed back down. Here's to better days ahead and never look back!
Posted by: Lisa | 07 June 2008 at 01:50 PM
aw poor samantha! {{{hugs}}} what a day! i do love your poem though. i hope for a better day for you today. we got up to 94 degrees here in Mass so i know what you mean, phew!
meg
Posted by: spillcolors | 09 June 2008 at 05:25 AM
Your poem rock and rolls girl. I want to do a journal page about it. LOVE the whole idea of me carrying around a mirror. Keep writing!
Posted by: Randi Feuerhelm-Watts | 07 July 2008 at 10:34 AM