Goodbye MX5!

I just proved something this weekend—I have matured as an individual. There were a couple of things that made me reflect on that. One had something to do with work—and I managed to act as professionally as I could and to let things go even if I feel some stupid individual is acting like a complete idiot. Just because she’s an idiot doesn’t mean I’ll stoop to her level! Actually, I was so pissed off on Friday but didn’t want to ruin the dinner with my in-laws by talking about my trials and tribulations at work. Towards the end of the night I had a pounding headache. I took one Syndol and basically that wipes me out for the night! The following day I was still feeling down so I decided to discuss it with Peter. As per usual he makes me focus on the positive. I guess I needed to let off steam. I felt loads better after that!
The other “proof” that I have indeed matured in my thinking is I have decided to buy a car that suited my needs instead of my passion. Okay, let’s put it this way, since 1989 I have lusted after one particular car—a Mazda MX5. I promised myself I was going to own one someday and since I am about to reach my five-oh next year I thought I should go out and do it! BUT and it’s a big but, the practical side of me won out. I thought a sportscar was impractical for my needs. An MX5 has a big engine for its size—1.8cc to 2.0 cc, hence the tax and running costs are higher. It is only a two-seater, not very versatile and because of its bigger engine it’s not going to be too good for the environment. Okay so the last one sounds like a cop out but hell I do care about my CO2 emissions and global warming! Anyway, I decided to go for a three door Black, Toyota Yaris-VVTi Spirit with a 1.3lt engine. It’s more economical and has all the creature comforts I’d like in a working car eg, alloy wheels, electric windows, mirrors, CD/Radio player, sunroof, Central locking, power steering, aircon, fog lights, anti-lock brakes, etc. I tell you it’s a wrench because I know I’ll never have the same opportunity to buy my MX5! Anyway, I saw the Yaris I wanted on the Toyota website and I asked Peter to negotiate it for me. I already have a buyer for my Peugeot 206. A Yaris is not in the same league as an MX5 but my instincts tell me it is the right choice for me. It will keep me out of mischief and speeding! It’s quite exciting really! I do hope we get this particular car. Keeping my fingers crossed.