Life in the Fast Lane
BY HEATH McKINNEY, MESA, AZ - Ever since we arrived into the Phoenix Sky Harbor airport, from our month long journey to Africa, I have had a feeling of confidence. Before we left, I was in a uncomfortable spot. I had no job, no money, no car, and no way to change all of that. All that I had lacked before had made me feel as though I was ineffective as a human being. While in Africa, we all lacked a little bit of that stuff, but we learned to do without. We fought for what we needed and progessed because of what we believed in.
Today, I have a great paying job. I work over 50 hours per week. I bought myself a car; I know I know, don't everyone go into shock at once. I have so much more personal freedom being independent. It really has made me feel as if Africa has turned me into an effective person. And I am indebted to everyone that participated, and helped me change who I used to be.
Now when I drive around town it's a different feeling, because I've never been in a car by myself. Laugh all you want, but it's a sweet change of lifestyle. My sleek '98 Jetta will be my first. They always say that you never forget your first. And that will be the same with BAD TIMING . The first of many to come. I have learned that when you begin something new, there will be things that you love about it and things you dislike about it. The experiences that you gain and treasure will never be erased.
Maybe now that I can drive, I can go to Kareoke bars and practice my moves. Maybe not.