I’m getting ready to sell it now. I don’t have mixed feelings about that decision but I’m sure there are a few people who think I’m moving too fast considering Don’s passing was just over a month ago. I’ve read many stories written by other widows of how they can’t let go of their husband’s vehicles even though holding on to them is putting their financial futures in great jeopardy, still making payments they can no longer afford. For me, that doesn’t even enter into the picture. The car isn’t costing me anything to continue storing in the garage and I’m not planning to move from here until a year from this coming summer. The way I view it, I did for Don what I could do for him while he was here to enjoy it. Selling the Corvette so soon doesn’t make a statement about the depth of my love (or lack there of as some have implied) for my husband. I’m just a realist and getting the car ready for a spring sale makes the most sense.
The Corvette was fun to drive when we felt like playing and I drove it back and forth to college the year when I was finishing up my degree. (Don thought that was appropriate since it took me 25 years to go back to school and the car was the 25th anniversary model.) Even after Don could no longer drive the car it never lost its place in his heart. He was proud to own it. I will always treasure the memories the Vette helped us build but now it’s time to let go and move on. ©
Link to my other blog entry about Don and his Vette can be found here.
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My older brother has a silver Corvette which he only drives for a few months of the year. (He lives in New England.) I know how he feels about his car, so I can well imagine what the car meant to Don. But I admire you for taking action soon to begin the rest of your life. Never mind what anyone says. What feels right to you is what you should do.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Chartreuse! I know I'm doing the right thing for me but sometimes people say things and you start second guessing yourself.
ReplyDeleteJean, Asha posted a link to your Planet Aphasia blog from Strokenet, you know you have my deepest condolences and my lasting admiration. Sue (hostsue at Strokenet).
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sue. I always enjoyed working with you over there.
ReplyDeleteI too am from StrokeNet and though we never met, your posts and blogs still uplift, encourage and strengthen those who come there. I am so sorry for your loss and add another "attagirl" for doing what you need to do to move into this new chapter in your life.
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Thank you, Jamie. It's nice to know that some my work at StrokeNet is still of value to others.
ReplyDeleteThe towing service just picked up the Vette to take it to the mechanic. After it was loaded up and the credit card charged I couldn't help it, I started to cry like a baby. It was embarrassing but the guy was very compassionate and I know I'm doing the right thing. Still hard though!!!!
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