Tuesday, April 10, 2012

the breaking point and bouncing back.

Well friends, if I am completely honest, this week did not start off well. Yesterday was somewhat of a disaster, and I was so stressed out even after I left work. It was one of those days where life knocks you down every hour upon the hour, so I really just wanted to get home to Claire, crawl under the covers, and forget about all that had happened.

Of course it didn't come easily...

I was a mile away from my house when a cop pulled me over for going 40mph in a 30mph zone. Awesome. And after a long day of terrible, I had reached my breaking point. When he approached my window, I laid my head on the steering wheel. And before he could say anything, I burst into tears. Let me give you a recap of what happened next:
Me [sobbing]: "This has been the WORST day EVER. And this is just the icing on the cake. I can't even begin to tell you. This is awful. This day sucks. I just want to go home. I just want my dog. I just want to snuggle with my DOG!!"
Officer: "What happened in your day that was so bad?"
Me [still crying]: "How much time do you have? Do you just want to get in my car so I can tell you about it? I'm guessing you want my license and registration, too!"
Officer: "No, don't worry about it. I'm not going to give you a ticket."
Me: "I wasn't even trying to speed. I've been actively trying to not speed. I even use my cruise control on side streets to prevent this from happening."
Officer: "Yeah, those Hondas can really get away from you..."
Me [splotchy and sniffly]: "...Is that sarcasm?"
Officer: "Yes. But hey, you're not crying anymore, so it worked. Now slow down, drive safely, and get home to cuddle with your puppy. It sounds like that's just what you need."

God gave me a break in the form of a compassionate police officer, but He also brought some peace to the craziness of the day in the form of my little one. I finally made it home - without a speeding ticket - and gave myself a solid hour of quiet with Claire curled up next to me. The officer was right: all I needed was some time with Claire to pull myself together. And then I was able to carry on...
   

11 comments:

  1. I am sorry your day was so bad. I know how stressed you have been because of work! I am glad the officer gave you a break, I am going to try that next time:) Chin up! Can't wait for a walking date w you and Claire again!

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    1. Perhaps this weekend! And maybe she won't try to snack on Parker&Cooper this time...!

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  2. Awe honey! i am sorry yesterday was so bad! I'm glad you were met by that compassionate officer not a jerk. hope today is better! and just think tomorrow will be awesome bc I'm coming in early to see you!

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    1. I missed you today! We need to have a date soon!

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  3. Wow, a nice police officer! They are too few and far between. So glad you didn't get a ticket. Hope things are looking up for you today.

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    1. They ARE few and far between! I should know, since I apparently have a lead foot and get to see them more than I should because of it haha!

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  4. omg....hearing from you and now reading it is unreal....I love you. Things WILL get better..I promise xo

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    1. Haha well, in the meantime, I'll stop speeding!!

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  5. Ugh. Sorry to hear about your day. Unfortunately, I know how that is. But, a) that's a great story with the cop and b) that's why having a dog is so great :)

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  6. Sorry to hear you were having a bad day. I know that some cuddle time with a sweet, caring dog makes a world of a difference, though! Good girl, Claire!

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  7. Awe I love that story. Everything seems better with doggie cuddle time.

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