Ben’s mom (my sister) Michelle flew in to stay with us a few days and to bring our little ‘Redneck Bootcamper’ back home. What better way for Ben to show his mom around the property than piling the little tractor trailer with pillows and blankets and giving her (and me) a makeshift “hay” ride!
However, when we were in the woods, along the cleared path Mr. Basketmaker created last year, and about the furthest spot on our property that you can get, our young tour guide learned a valuable lesson… make sure to check the gas tank before the long trip!
I’m sure everyone can relate to this happening… I know I can. I was driving my first car — a cute silver Nissan Pulsar with T-roofs — and as I drove into a busy intersection on my way home to my first apartment in Nashua, New Hampshire, I ran out of gas, right smack in the middle, just as I was making a left turn. Cars were honking at me from all directions. And of course I had the T-roofs off so every one could see me completely panic and start to cry. I was 22 years old and this was well before cell phones! I had to get out and do the walk of shame to the nearest gas station. Let’s just say I never ran out of gas again!
And it was a long walk for my nephew Ben…
the poor guy…
Along the way he proclaimed it was time for me to carry the gas instead of him. I wanted to but I told him he was the driver so only he could be responsible for filling up the tank.
He wasn’t understanding my logic. Eventually he announced new rules that if he’s the driver then the passenger should be in charge of the gas. Before I could respond to that, we arrived at the broken down tractor, much to his relief. I know this because he let out a loud sigh and said “Finally Auntie Kiki!” as he dropped the gas can on the ground.
I’m hoping when Ben becomes a young driver himself, he will remember this experience and never forget to always check your gas levels!
How’s Chance doing? Bet he was up and running all over the place when he got home!
Thanks for the kind words and the roses on my work table. I’m sure I will be back. Have to start saving now. 😉
He’s still a little mopey. Not back to his usual self yet. But soon!
Oh you and Michelle look so cute under those hats! what a priceless story! Yep, he will surely remember that outing! Looks like it was a lot of fun though. I miss you guys already! Had such a great experience with you and Mr. Basketmaker, Ben and getting to meet Michelle! My short weekend class will be treasured always. Thank you again for your hospitality and good nature.
Why thank you Miss Donna! I had fun during your visit and it was so nice to meet you as well. We have a lot in common! LOL. Hope to see you again in the future!