Driving. It signifies so much. Independence. Freedom. Travel. Exploring. Adventuring. I love driving and finding new routes to a destination. I love back roads. Driving allows me to think and relax.
The past several months I have been unable to drive. I have become Miss Daisy. Thankfully I have several chauffeurs: my rock, my daughter, friends and co-workers. My main chauffeur has been my son, Matthew. He drove me to work before his work day started. He used his lunch time to pick me up from work and take me home (I only work in the morning) and then return to his job. Matthew works about 50 hours a week and then heads to the theatre for rehearsal or a performance. His day would end around 10:30 – 11:00 pm.
Being the passenger has given me a new perspective on many things. The drivers in South Carolina are… crazy. It’s like a roller derby with cars, and we can’t forget the significant presence of mopeds on the street. 😳 I applaud everyone who gets safely from point A to point B!
I’ve gained appreciation for independence.
I’ve gained appreciation for those who have taken their time to schlep me to doctor appointments, tests, the theatre and home.
Time.
There’s that word again. Time.
Time truly is a most precious gift. For those who have given me so much, thank you!
For my rock and daughter, Victoria, your honest willingness to go out of your way to help has been such a blessing. ❤️
To my main chauffeur, Matthew, what can I say? You have given so much time when you’ve had very little to yourself. You’ve never complained. You happily help out no matter what is going on in your life. Thank you! ❤️
I’ve learned a lot in the passenger seat. I’ve learned more about those in the driver’s seat. We talk about lots of nothings that amount to quite a bit of something.
Time. The little things about our day. These add up to knowing more about each other. I hope to always remember to pay attention to those around me and learn about the little things in life. For, it seems, that the little things can teach us so many things.
The Time that is Given 