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Previous Challenge Entry (Level 1 – Beginner)
Topic: Car Trip (07/18/05)
My first memories of a car trip was when I was three years old or thereabouts. Dad had an old Ford, which he’d had converted so that the clutch was a hand one. He’d lost his right leg in the war and wore a peg-leg much like Long John Silver. The accelerator was on the left, together with the foot brake, which made it a little hard for anyone else to drive until they got used to the pedals.
This trip took place at night and must have been a late decision as we left the quiet rural area where Dad had his sheep and cattle farm, and headed for the city, a good hour and a half away, after dark. I don’t recall what had happened to my mother but I know she was indisposed and I was to go my grandmother’s until things were back to normal.
The trip must have been a long one for Dad, but for me it was relatively short as of course I fell asleep and woke briefly on several occasions, my head on Dad’s good leg, which I was using as a pillow. I do remember sitting up and being amazed by the lights of the city and then suddenly,we were there.
In later life when I got to know my father better, I realised that he would have driven very carefully that night with his ‘precious cargo’ on board. He was always very safety conscious and spent his life caring and providing for his wife and two daughters. I am reminded of our heavenly father and our relationship to Him, when I remember the car trip- a young child in complete trust of a loving father, who was determined to provide the best care he could manage.
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Nina Phillips
07/25/05
That was a very nicely written short story. Enjoyed reading. God bless ya, littlelight
Bronwyn Johnson
07/27/05
I loved your choice of words. Particularly mentioning "Dad's good leg". I have a disabled parent and can relate to this description. Good story! May God bless you always!
Shari Armstrong 
07/31/05
A very nice memory of driving with your father. I'm guessing the reason for the trip was the other daughter arriving :)
Beth Muehlhausen
08/01/05
Sweet and tender. A warm memory!