43 days...

back in the states and driving again i have a small, minuscule fender bender.  ugh!  i gently tapped the rear end of another car today at a stop light.  the damage was 4 small circles on her bumper from the four screws that hold our license plate in place.  this kind of stuff just stresses me out and i instantly burst into tears.  i have never dealt with car type stuff well, ever.  thankfully, the lady was kind and understanding.  the police did come, but did not issue me a ticket, thank goodness.  i went to barnes and noble after (where i was going anyway) to have a coffee and soak up some of my favorite things on the planet, books, and calm down.  i am blessed to be married to a super patient and understanding guy that does not yell, get mean, or nasty with me over situations like this.  he wanted to make sure i was okay and, although not ideal, said it would be okay.  the lady called me a few moments ago to check on me since i was so upset at the accident and also mention that we might be able to take care of the damage without getting insurance involved.

i still don't like driving and wish there was another way to get around.....nashville tuk tuks would be fabulous, but somehow i think i might be the only one buying into that idea.