Car Stuff, Once Again

Ya know, there's just no such thing as a quick trip to the dealership. Because my car is still under warranty, I have to get every but of maintenance, including oil changes, done at the dealership. The service writer (I don't think that's his actual title, but I can't remember what it is... the guy who comes out to your car when you pull up) has taken a liking to me because I complimented him to my father one day when my dad was helping me drop off my car and get to work. He's really friendly and he always tries to save me money when he can. When it's time to have my car serviced he goes through the checklist and only does the things that need to be done. If it can wait, he tells me it can wait, and I usually do.

At my last oil change, it was also time for my 50,000 mile service. He did what needed to be done and it cost around $500. Well today, when it was time for another oil change, it was also time to get those "they can wait" things done. They're done waiting. It will be at least $500 and he also informed me that I need to replace my tires as soon as possible. I knew that was coming, but there's just not anything that I can do about it today. Maybe after Christmas. MAYBE. He said it would be $553 to get all 4 replaced and have them balanced and all that jazz. He seemed really excited about the price being that low. My credit card can take that hit, but it will be the last hit that it can take, and that leaves me in a state of worry.

Tires are important. I want to feel safe while I am driving and nothing scares me more than bad tires. Ever since Jordan had the blowout on the highway and didn't survive, I have been extremely aware of my tires. I know it is important. I'm also extremely tired of my brakes squeeling and I would like to get them looked at before it turns into a more serious repair.

But what about the wedding? It is 99 days from today and there are still a lot of things to be paid for. Rather than being able to save more once Christmas is over, I will be spending MUCH more because of the new apartment. I know that God will provide. He has been providing so faithfully this month. I did 3 logo designs, I made some ornaments for a friend, I am making a scrapbook for another friend and I just got asked to house sit. None of those will bring me tons of money, but it will be little bits here and there that mean I can get an account set up so we can have electricity in our apartment. And I will have presents for everyone that I was supposed to buy presents for. And somehow, when it is time to pay for half of a months rent on January 16, we will be able to do it. I think. I hope. I know. God will provide.

Sigh.