I’m just not feelin’ it
The favorite thing these days is to change the radio station in my car. I don’t always notice them going for the button until it’s too late. It’s the whole right side, right eye scenario. They’re catching on that I’m going to change it back. As I’ve told them “it’s MY car”. They have pointed out that I think everything is mine, at least when their mom’s not around. When they want to change it we’re usually less than 5 minutes from home and there’s usually other people in the car. Inevitably, any other passengers will hate the selection made.
Why can’t we all just get along. I was informed through the media this week (I know, I know, you have to consider the source) that Rodney King is the person that made that saying famous. I thought it was me.
Colin, our 12-year-old, got in the car this week and went to change the channel. I said, “dude, what are you doing?”. It was a new cool song that I knew both he and I both liked. His reply was, “I’m just not feelin’ it”. My kids crack me up. If we go through a meal without someone laughing something’s not right.
This week I’ve caught myself getting more comfortable behind the wheel. It feels good to have that sense of the old normal. On the other hand it concerns me. I don’t want to become complacent. There are enough driver’s on the road that are complacent. I wish they would all be as aware as I am but with 2 good eyes.
I wonder what the drivers think when they pull up next to me on the right. Last weekend Connie and I were headed to Jess’ volleyball match and there was one of those drivers. As I turned my head, the extra 45 degrees that are required, I noticed him gawking. He was either checking out my wife or wondering “what the hell is that guy doing on the road?”. The light turned green. We went our separate ways and I’ve never seen him again. At least not on purpose.
This has been a great week for kids activities. Our oldest, Grant (17),performed in the pit orchestra for the high school production of ” Anything Goes”. Jessica has one of her last volleyball tournaments and Colin has a baseball tournament. My week ended with me washing my own car. Boy, did that feel good. Last year, at this time, I could barely SEE my own car.
Before all of that Connie’s emailed was hacked. It really was quite an ordeal that precipitated the following note.
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Subject: Please, Don’t Send Money
Connie’s email has been hacked. I apologize for the alarming note that was sent from her address this morning. If you didn’t receive, please disregard this note. If you did, please don’t send the hacker any money.
She’s not in any London (UK or Ohio). As a matter of fact she’s mowing the lawn, here in Hilliard. If you’re feeling benevolent, just slip a few extra bucks in the collection plate this Sunday.
All is well with our Wagner’s of Hilliard. Sorry for the alarm. On a positive note, it’s been great to hear how many of you care. Thanks.
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As you recall we see humor in almost everything. I probably should be more concerned, but “I’m just not feelin’ it.
Brian E. Wagner is a Speaker, Author and Coach, and he is also the Creator of A RADICAL VISION.
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