Okay, we’re all familiar with the old chestnut, ‘every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings,’ from It’s A Wonderful Life.
Well, I’m no angel, but ding, ding, ding, I got wings. Mine aren’t the feathery, wispy things that flap. Mine came in the form of a black, four-door sedan with just under 70,000 miles on the odometer. I’m free as the breeze, my huckleberry friends. I can go anywhere, do anything. I don’t even need a tailwind.
You don’t think I can fly, do you? Well, fine, I can’t, I’m still a hostage to gravity. However, I’m no longer subject to car payments. I used the insurance settlement from my recent accident to buy an older, cheaper model. One with significantly fewer miles, I might add. So, believe me when I tell you, I have wings. They just weigh more and have a horn, no bell.
So that job I walked out on? Right before I totaled my car? Who cares. I can squeak by until I find a more lucrative position. Which would be any job in the world, really. In the meantime, I’m going to enjoy my freedom — from stress and worry and pressure and regret.
Now, if you’ll pardon me, I must flutter off.
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the whirly girl 
17 responses to “: wings :”
I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you!
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You’re the best. The absolute best. I’ll tell Santa about you :o)
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Glad to hear things are picking up! :)
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Thank you! It’s a huge and welcome relief, no question :o)
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Can I get a ride to the airport next Tuesday?
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Of course, and there are no luggage restrictions, Dave. Bring everything you have, plus a crowd to send you off. Plenty of room for all.
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Freedom is a really wonderful feeling, isn’t it? Congrats on the car.
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Hooboy, you said it! I feel lighter than air with that responsibility off my shoulders.
Thanks, kamryn, that’s nice of you.
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Such a great film, especially around Christmas, forces one to cut to the carcass and stand in front of what means the most in one’s life. Great read.
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That’s very true! And thank you, mami. Have a Merry Christmas.
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Blessings and a Merry Christmas to you too.
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And the best thing about your wings…no Moulting!
The difference having or not having a car makes in one’s life is astronomical. I’m happy for you.
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Thanks. I just hope it keeps running. That’s all I ask. Keep your fingers crossed for me.
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Yeah! Wheels are as good as wings these days.
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Plus they can double as an apartment if things get any worse :o)
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This is true.
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I only wish it had a half-bath, at least.
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