1. Speeding ticket? What's that?
2. I can't remember the last time I cared about gas prices.
3. All the calories I've saved by not getting my ritual Slurpee while pumping gas.
4. I can afford to eat salmon for lunch regularly with all the money I save on said gas.
5. Never again will a car accident be my fault.
6. Not making car payments.
7. I can (legally) text while in the car.
8. I do not miss awkwardly attempting to parallel park while pedestrians gawk.
9. Not paying for car insurance.
10. Oil changes are history.
11. I can spend paychecks on clothes instead of new tires.
12. My boyfriend gets to be extra chivalrous by driving me everywhere - lucky him.
13. I don't have to worry about getting my car washed... not that I really did this anyway.
14. Pesky parking tickets are a thing of the past.
15. I'll never call AAA ever again.
16. No one ever yells at me for tailgating anymore.
17. When I get dropped off in a taxi, people look at me like I'm a celebrity. I do not feel the need to correct them.
18. What does a carburetor really do? Now I will never need to find out.
19. All this added biking and walking equals exercise. Huzzah!
20. DMV is a thing of the past! Need I really go on?
21. I never have to be the DD.
22. If I'm running late, I can always blame it on the person driving me.
23. I am so cool and modern and earth-friendly by taking public transportation.
24. I get to bless others by paying for their coffee/lunches/dinners/margaritas when they drive me to our hang-out destination.
25. I've learned to take nothing for granted, in a way I never would have if I still drove.
Given this, I have faith that God wants me to drive again someday. It's a hope that I cling to in my darkest moments. In the meantime, I will continue to happily embrace my DMV-free days.
Maybe it's better I'm off the roads anyhow?
I'm legally blind also and can't drive. I was told if I ever drive, I'll get a handicapped sticker, the perks of being blind! Hellooooo easy parking spots!
ReplyDeleteWell I chose to never drive, once I was diagnosed with RP, it was a choice, but now I realise after 15 years I would have had to give it up, and I am glad I havent had to do that, yet would give a leg to have that freedom for one day....well maybe a week!! You are inspiring......
ReplyDeleteI haven't driven for around 12 years now. In addition to the list provided, you can also add getting to know the world's sweaty, smelly people, as they cozy up next to you on public trans, as another perk of not driving....... Ok, maybe not.
ReplyDeleteI love you. Your optimism kicks me in the butt. <3 Skype soon!
ReplyDeleteNumber 17 is my favorite. Also, I am sure your blood pressure is better off. God tests my patience and self control more when I am driving than any other time. It's a work in progress. Love your heart and eternal optimism, friend ;)
ReplyDeleteLove this post. Agree, there are some great perks of not driving!
ReplyDeleteNot looking forward to this transition, but love the optimism!
ReplyDeleteI continue to pray for the healing of your eyes, Laura. Not driving is a double edge sword. It has both limitations and perks as you say. For a different reason, Epilepsy, I have never driven as an adult. I am 49 now. Maybe one day the Lord will give that to me. I guess one never knows. So right now, today, I am extra thankful for the list you have posted here. And also for your humor. It's really encouraging. It's always good to be reminded of the positives in every situation. THANK YOU!
ReplyDeleteI don't know if you'd be interested in watching this video, but there is a hope of you driving again.
ReplyDelete-Steven
http://www.ted.com/talks/dennis_hong_making_a_car_for_blind_drivers.html