It’s almost like I’m a real adult now

I’ve bought a lot of things in my life. A condo, two homes, probably eight cars. The difference between now and then, is that I’d never bought a single thing myself. Everything I bought, I bought with Logan.

Last night? I changed that. Last night I bought my first car myself. Not my first car, but the first ever car that I’ve purchased alone. As a single person. Alone.

It may not seem like a huge deal to any of you. But to me? It’s HUGE. It is insanely huge. I’ve never really done anything alone. Now? I have. Now, I have a car that is just in my name.

I wasn’t able to buy the exact one I wanted. I wasn’t able to buy a brand new one. I had to get a slightly used one. Who cares though? I mean really? I bought it myself. I’m kind of proud.

Anyway….wanna see my pretty new (ish) car?

I did it. It was hard and slightly painful, but I did it. I am now a proud owner of a 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. Now I just need to figure out how to get my iPod thingy to work and name her and I’ll be all set.

Any name thoughts? I am pretty sure she’s a girl. I know it’s hard to tell, but she’s a light green color.

22 Responses to It’s almost like I’m a real adult now
  1. Dorothy
    June 16, 2010 | 9:30 am

    Me likes!!! Independence is a great feeling :)

    Issa Reply:

    @Dorothy, It is. Skerry too. But good. :) Thank you friend….for all the hand holding yesterday. needed it.

  2. Lu
    June 16, 2010 | 9:38 am

    Way to go mama! I love it and that green color is MY FAVORITE!!!

    Issa Reply:

    @Lu, Thanks babe. I likes it too.

  3. avasmommy
    June 16, 2010 | 9:54 am

    Eva.

    Super proud of you, sweetie. I knew you could do it.
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    Issa Reply:

    @avasmommy, Ohhh I like that idea. Thank love. I wasn’t so sure, but am glad I did it.

  4. Lisa
    June 16, 2010 | 10:11 am

    Way to go on taking that huge step. I’m proud of you. Love the new car :)
    Lisa´s last blog ..She’s a Big Girl Now!!!

    Issa Reply:

    @Lisa, Thank you Lisa.

  5. Headless Mom
    June 16, 2010 | 10:25 am

    Is she a Georgia? Kinda looks like a Georgia to me.
    Headless Mom´s last blog ..Stolen

    Issa Reply:

    @Headless Mom, Maybe. I kinda like that. Am too tired to think of one yet. But am making a list. :)

  6. Debbie, i obsess
    June 16, 2010 | 11:04 am

    That’s so awesome it makes my head spin. I’m impressed in three different colors. No. In three different languages. NO. I’M IMPRESSED IN ALIEN-LIFE-FORM. I could never – okay. You know what? Never say bla bla bla but I haven’t done it yet and you have, and you for that are the ruling ruler.

    Congratulations, kick-ass lady.

  7. Undomestic Diva
    June 16, 2010 | 11:12 am

    CONGRATS!! :)

  8. followingtheroad
    June 16, 2010 | 11:25 am

    Beautiful! Congratulations!
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  9. AmazingGreis
    June 16, 2010 | 11:32 am

    Congrats!
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  10. Alissa
    June 16, 2010 | 12:33 pm

    Drew would tell you to name her Mary. It’s his name-of-the-moment. Nicky suggests Peaches.

    I am so very proud of you. ((hugs))

  11. Heather
    June 16, 2010 | 12:49 pm

    Um, HELLO…her name is Independence! You can call her Indy for short.

    Because, HELLO?

    :)

    Well done! xoxxo
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    The Grown Up Teenager Reply:

    @Heather, Oh my vote totally goes to Indy too. Plus, you can make Indy 500 jokes when you speed. Seriously, it has cool meaning and great comic potential.

    And like I said, congratulations. Its a big FREAKIN deal. And stuff. You know how it is.
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  12. C @ Kid Things
    June 16, 2010 | 1:22 pm

    I don’t know why, but with the green color and all, I’m thinking Frog. Name her Frog.
    Congrats!
    C @ Kid Things´s last blog ..Beware

  13. Lex (@laprimera)
    June 16, 2010 | 2:29 pm

    Yay! *applause* So happy to see YOUR new purchase.

    As for a name? How about Freedom? :)
    Lex (@laprimera)´s last blog ..first comes love

  14. Joy
    June 16, 2010 | 7:50 pm

    Excellent! I like Indy, or Frog. ;)

    Enjoy her, Issa!!

  15. J from Ireland
    June 17, 2010 | 3:39 am

    Well done Issa. You did it all on your lonesome, fair play to ya woman!!
    ps it looks lovely…maybe a betsy???
    J from Ireland´s last blog ..Edinburgh Rocks!!

  16. Susan @ Sassafrassery
    June 17, 2010 | 9:46 am

    Congrats!! It’s so purdy!
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