New Wheels=New Outlook?

So, finally the planets have aligned and the stars are in the correct position for me to get a new car. Here it is! It's not NEW, but new to me, of course. I love it so far! Looking forward to many years of good gas mileage, nothing falling off on the way to work, no duct tape, no coat hangers, and an actual working radio!  It is my Talisman, the thing that will be the pivotal point in my life for change. Or at least I'm hoping it will be. Just think, less money spent on gas and on fixing the car will mean more money to spend on utilities and rent and stuff! How exciting! Would love to be able to say that saving money on auto expenses would allow me to save money for a trip to Florida or to the west coast, but at this point I'm not sure how that will work out. Ever since bringing it home, I have been in a kind of melancholy mood. I thought I would be overjoyed and jumping up and down, opening the back door just to look out and see it. And I have been, to a point. But, as with all changes, there has come a sense of responsibility, a sense of longing for old habits dying hard, a certain trepidation about my ability to take care of something new. My shortcomings are all flashing in front of my eyes. The sense of wonder at how things worked out for me to be able to get the car, and wondering if I am worthy.  Am I worthy? The answer, definitely, is YES! I work hard and I deserve a nice car! Not only that, I'm 56 years old and need to drive something befitting my age. So,  I will walk (drive?) proudly and steadfastly into the future, with high hopes and a new outlook that this will make a difference in my life. No longer will I be afraid to drive anywhere. No longer will I be worried all the time about whether the car will make it another couple of years til I can afford another one. All those worries I used to have are gone now. This brings a new problem....WHAT WILL I WORRY ABOUT???  Just kidding, but you know what I mean. It is a load off my shoulders, and I'm thankful for that. So, as a new, proud Mama, with a not-so-great track record with cars, I'm showing off my baby. Say hello and keep your fingers crossed, for you are looking at the future!

I would like to add to this that the Kia didn't last more than 6 months. In fact, I barely drove it during that time. It was always breaking down. I am now the proud partial owner of a Toyota Corolla, and a car payment. I do love my car though. Had it for over a year now, and it's doing great!  (1/25/2013)