Call me Lucky Luckerson

Before I start my story of the miracle that took place this morning, I need to vent about American Idol. Lets just say that I am not happy about McDumb not being sent home. SHE MUST BE STOPPED. I hope Elliot goes on to bigger and better things and steps on her on the way up!

MY PARENTS SHOULD STOP READING NOW! ITS A HAPPY ENDING BUT ITS BETTER IF YOU DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER!
Okay, so Im driving to work this morning and I started to realize that I am running later than usual and need to step it up. My drive into work is probably 80% in construction zones and 40% of its down to one lane. To make up for that, there are certain areas I can speed up a bit and not worry too much. I am usually pretty good about being aware of my surroundings and can usually spot cops before its too late. Well not this morning. All of a sudden I look in the rearview mirror and see a state trooper. I pull over knowing that I am basically screwed and must take whats just about to be thrown at me. Here are the list of offenses I knew I was violating:
1. Speeding (duh)
2. Speeding in a construction zone with double fines
3. Not wearing my seat belt
4. Wondering if I put my updated insurance cards in my car

He comes up to the window and asks " So are you heading to work this morning?" I reply with "Yes, and Im being stupid doing so." He takes my things and lets me sit and worry. It was funny how I had accepted so fast that this was not going to be a good ending because:
1. The ticket was probably going to be over $300 (at my estimate)
2. More would be added or it might include the fine for no seat belt
3. I would never be allowed to drive again

I saw him get out of the car and prepared myself for the worst.
"So do you know how fast you were going?"
"Not really. I don't have any idea."
"(He tells me but I will leave that between me and the officer!)"
"Really! That fast. I really have no excuse other than I was running late for work and I should have known better."
"Well, Im going to give you just a warning."
Deer in headlights expression comes to my face as I sit there in disbelief. "Thank you! I totally needed this as a wake-up call. Thank you!!"
"Have a nice day and put your seat belt on."

I just sat there thinking that did not just happen! My next thought was if it would be appropriate to send him a thank you card or something. Im sure the other officers would make fun of him so that might not be good. Even with the pulling over time, I still made it to work on time. Very good lesson learned: Its not worth it to speed and I'm sure I will never be that lucky again!