It was a day of sunshine, not rainy weather as many days have been. I drove my new car down the parkway. Cars and trucks were surrounding me as I made my way to my son's appointment. Then, the unexpected happened!
another life issue rushed by
while driving the highway on a sunshiny day
a huge piece of rubber shot up and onto my new car
there was nothing I could do during this upheaval
no truck to claim how this happened
just a warning to be ever vigilant because life is uncertain
©CVarsalona, June 2025
The rubber shot right into my car. Luckily, it did not hit my windshield and bounced off my car. I was shocked by the happening but had to remain calm. It was just one more oddity of life happening. Black marks were on the front passenger side of my car but my car salesman had the shop buff off the marks. I felt blessed that this unwarranted event did not do more physical damage and mental distress.
Life is so fragile and uncertain that every daybreak is a miracle, almost a triumph. That first blush in the sky is all the hope of the world distilled into light. I watch dark fade, and say to myself, "Okay, I'm here," and the more sunrises I see, the more I feel as if I'll live to see another twenty thousand." - Dan Koontz, The Other Emily
I shall enjoy the sunshine today that lightens the earth. Have a Happy Summertime!
Thank you, Two Writing Teachers, for offering the space that reflective writers can communicate with each other.
Those unexpected moments can really give you pause! I’m glad you are okay (Ona)
ReplyDeleteOna, is a good to chat with you today. Thanks for stopping by. enjoy your day.
DeleteCarol, those kinds of unexpected occurrences are jarring. Glad you and your new car are OK. Glad the black marks on the car could be buffed off. It makes me think that the darkness in our lives can be removed with sunshine from above. Enjoy these hot summer days. Take care. Bob
ReplyDeleteBob, your comment holds some powerful wisdom. Thank you for always finding the right words to bring to any situation. Today seems to be not as humid as yesterday but still very hot.
DeleteDiane (newtreemon)
ReplyDeleteOh, the weird things that happen! Sometimes I just think, REALLY?!?!
Glad it was all ok. During this time you are going through, everything- whether big or small- seems so momentous. (That is how I remember it.) You wonder how you can get through it, yet you do.
My family had an experience similar to yours… we were living in Peru. We were driving to a camp, on unfamiliar roads… at night. A truck in front of us was loaded with old tires. Suddenly, one fell off. It bounced on the road and then onto the hood of the car. It rolled right over the car! Scary! But miraculous, too! No damage, and it didn’t even leave any marks! Except for the indelible memory of it.
Diane, thank you for kind response - I do think on some days how will I deal with the piles of paperwork and household issues. PS: your similar incident made me feel that I am not alone. Thanks friend.
DeleteCarol, that rubber attack is scary. I’m glad it didn’t damage your car. I suspect a truck had a blowout and left debris scattered along the highway. Keep enjoying that sunshine. You deserve its warmth in these difficult days.
ReplyDeleteGlenda, warmth in difficult days seems to be a good remedy. I know the sun shines bright on certain days and helps me relax. Thanks for your time to stop by.
DeleteIt's scary when things like this happen. Glad you were all safe and the dealer buffed out the damage.
ReplyDeleteI love these words from your quote: "That first blush in the sky is all the hope of the world distilled into light." I'm glad you're enjoying the sunshine!