I had been waiting for the phone call or text, anticipating the event minus joy. I knew it would come, but I didn’t know when it would actually occur. Perhaps that is one way God helps us through uncertainties. He prepares us long before it actually occurs.
No, it wasn’t Royal Park calling about my father, although that is definitely something I know will happen at one point. It was not the airlines, thankfully, informing me of a plane crash involving Mitch who is currently in Puerto Rico. It was Corey, our newest driver.
“What’s wrong? I texted as soon as I saw he phoned at 8 o’clock. Hoping it was a simple matter with the dog, I waited for his reply. “Fender- bender, but got Dad,” it read. Thankful that Mitch can answer the phone while working in the Puerto Rican fields, I asked how I could help. Thankfully, it was a minor fender- bender and Corey only received a warning. A ticket would mean he would be without a car for some time.
I was amazed at the peace I felt over this situation. Normally, my heart would be racing, I would want to scream, and then eventually calm down. Besides feeling a sense of peace, God reminded me of His care when the first graders enthusiastically sang Psalm 18: 1-3. “The Lord is my fortress and my deliverer. He is my rock in whom I take refuge“.
Having teenage drivers is one of the hardest parts of parenting. Trusting that God will watch over them as they exit the driveway and face unknown driving scenarios challenges me every day! In addition, Corey shovels snow at various times of the night. What was I thinking in allowing him to work there?
My Bible cover reminds me again– Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways submit to Him and HE will make your paths straight– Proverbs 3: 5-6. It’s a reminder I need repeatedly as the journey continues.
This is our family car- the Cam or Whitey as I call it. 
I had to show Corey the damage. He didn’t seem to see it at first. His bank account will remind him!
A Journey Worth Remembering 