Here We Go

The start of a new school year has arrived. Middle school is such a big leap. It is the start of the teenage years, hormonal changes, crushes, growth spurts, and new challenges. Larissa had a great day. She seems to really like her teacher and made a new friend. Military kids are so resilient. Moving is never easy, and it gets harder every time. As with every move, I pray we persevere and stay strong, committed to our faith, and that we are able to tackle whatever challenges come our way.

Well the car I have been waiting to test drive has finally arrived. We picked up our Volvo on Saturday. I ordered the car without even giving it a test drive. Who does that? Deep inside, I knew I would not be disappointed. Hell, it had everything I could possibly want in a an SUV. This was probably the easiest transaction we had ever experienced. The guy calls, we go pick it up, he gives us the keys, a quick review, and off I went. It took approximately 15 minutes. As I drove it home, I enjoyed the sniff of that new car smell again. The smell of the leather seats said it all. I had made the right decision in buying overseas. All in all, I have a good feeling I will hold on to this puppy for at least five years. If you know me, you know my history of buying cars. I tend to get tired of the vehicle after two years. When I think of the dollars I have thrown away in trade-in's, and new cars year after year. Live and learn, I hope for the sake of my marriage surviving that I can keep this car for many years to come.