Grace...
Today was the first day that the kids were back in school... We were all ready on time and I made great time to the school.
As I was heading back, I was thinking about all the things I wanted to accomplish today.
All of a sudden, I realized that I was whipping through a school zone. Probably about 35, but faster than the speed limit.
I abruptly put on the brakes.
I looked in the rearview mirror, and there was a police car behind me.
I proceeded to give myself a good talking to.
"Stupid stupid stupid...you totally deserve the ticket you are about to get."
I wasn't really mad about the ticket...I was just mad at myself because I should have been more careful. I have kids, too, and I want people to pay attention.
The police car followed me for about a block, then sped up, got in the left turn lane and drove away.
Not with sirens or flashing lights...just drove away. I was relieved, of course...and amazed that I didn't get ticketed.
I knew I deserved it.
And I carefully drove home.
