Day 23: Safety for Everyone

[onthegojo]

This afternoon, something happened that I hope never happens again to neither myself nor anyone else - the brakes went out on the car. I was panicking. Ok, let me explain. They were not 100% gone. If I was going slow enough, I could slow down more and let the car coast to a stop. However, if I would have been going down a hill and picked up speed, there was no stopping. I was fortunate enough to be going slow and was able to pull over on a flat main street on my way home. Ironically, it was in front of the police station where my ex works. LOL. I was so scared. I called my brother, who told me it was possible to drive without them, using the gears. My gift to myself and others today was safety. I knew, that between my inexperience of doing such a task, as well as my nerves being twisted tighter than ever, I was in no shape to drive. I insisted he come get me and drive the car to the shop. He did. I am grateful that I was in the position to safely stop and not put anyone in harm's way. 

[Lefty]

I have experienced something similar with my kids in the car with me.  We were following my husband and we were able to pull off and he helped us (obviously!).  But there is nothing like that feeling when you push on the brakes and it goes to the floor with nothing happening.  Glad you were safe!

[Deb~ Community Manager]

I am glad you were protected and are safe~ xoxo

[Lois55 wwt]

Wow, that was very concerning...I am so sorry you had to go through this kind of fear. What a blessing that you were on a flat street and going slowly!! You had some Angels around  you....and a wonderful brother that you could rely on!