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Thursday, December 06, 2012
The Death of Gloria
Ever since I could remember, I wanted a fast sports car. The color changed from day dream to day dream, but the sexy low riding car was always just that. Back in 2007, I was able to purchase, my dream car. Gloria the Grey Goose was her name. I loved that car as much as anyone could love an inanimate object, Some say irrationally. I purchased her after my bouncing baby boy made it to college, and was a salute to me as "Mom". To me it was a symbol, that all those years of "doing without and/or making do" were not in vain. No drugs, no arrests, no gangs, just a nice Black kid who didn't always have the best, but made the best of what he had. I was and am extremely proud of my not so little one. So yes, I was emotionally attached to this vehicle. It was something I got just for me. The best thing about Gloria, was she was always ready to go. She was a 6 speed manual transmission that growled and ate up the road. That all changed the night of September 2nd.
It's now 94 days later, and I feel her loss as if she was part of my body. I think what still amazes me is just how upset looking at these photos make me.
I've since obtained a new vehicle, and while it is nice, it's no Gloria.
RIP buddy. We flew down many a road, had many an adventure, and just enjoyed being together.
When I had the chance
I admit to being a big time Boney James fan. Have been since I heard Quinn sing "Don't let me be lonely"
This is another favorite of mine. I've had it playing in a loop for the past hour.
December is always a month of reflection for me. Unfortunately, I've not taken good care of myself this past year. Need to get back to my center and become Level once again. Problem is, I don't know where to begin. I've neglected both the inner and outer body. To be honest, my first inclination is to book an appointment with a colorist and then the loctician. From there, I want to head over to the facial and deep tissue massage person, and end with a nice mani/pedi Which I may just do this holiday season. More importantly, I have got to regain my inner peace. These last two years have brought more stress to my life than the last 10 years combined. Not a good thing.
So once again, its time to dedicate this next year to me, and getting what I need to be the best I can be for myself.
Hope you are well, and that the year end reflection period finds more ticks in the "Pro" side of your scorecard.
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