i chose not to honk today.

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Have you ever been stuck behind a car driving 15 in a 30 and wanted to honk for the person to add some pep in their step?

Happened to me just today. I almost honked, then I decided to quietly go around instead. I wound up right next to the car as I got stopped by a red light. The car was a tinted teal. I glanced over at the driver. It was an elderly lady. Her driving style was very similar to mine: driving as close to the wheel as the seat allows.

She picked up a Red Bull, sipping with such a gentle elegance as she gripped that tiny can so tightly with both hands. She put the can down and picked up a Ritz cracker. She alternated between the two a few times before the light changed and we headed our separate ways.

Such a short and sweet 30-second encounter. As I drove off, I started thinking: What is her story? Is she a grandma? A mom? Former athlete? Comedian? However old she is, she must be young at heart. The Red Bull & cracker combo of choice was awesome.

I’m tired of sitting behind a cubicle all day. I want to hear people’s stories and share my own. 2018 is around the corner. I’m no longer settling. I’m setting goals and pursuing changes. Stay tuned…

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