Today while I was chauffeuring the kids around, it occurred to me that my driving skills have declined in recent years. I am more distracted than I used to be...by children, the phone, the ipod, school papers, sports equipment and many other things. I never seem to just be driving and paying attention to the road anymore without something else competing for my attention.
As I was reflecting on this, I shot up one of my dozens-a-day quick prayers: Please, God, help me to be a better driver so I can keep my family safe.
I forgot about this request shortly thereafter, but apparently God did not.
As I pulled out of Julia's dance class today, performing my trademark "put the seat belt on when I reach the first stoplight" maneuver, I was pulled over by the sheriff. I received my first traffic citation in many, many years, for a seat belt violation. She reminded me sternly that that car should not even be in gear until my seat belt is solidly in place.
OK, God, I got it. Thanks for listening and for caring enough to send a correction my way.
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It's funny how "HE" works sometimes isn't it.
I never used to do that, but in the last 4 or 5 years, I rarely have the seatbelt fastened before I start moving. I guess us moms are always looking for any way to save one minute?
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