As adults, while we may want to shout, “but I want it now!”, that is not a realistic way to handle disappointments.

Handling disappointment involves validating our emotions, acknowledging the pain and shifting our perspective to learn from the experience rather than dwelling on it. Life is full of disappointments. I’m sure you can think of many times in your own personal and work life where the “why me?” and having the victim mentality has come out.

The key is to not dwell on the why me and to not give up. Take the why and shift to what – what can I learn from this?

Understand that disappointment is temporary, and remember you are not alone and that everyone experiences setbacks.  Ask yourself, on a scale of 1-10, how important this situation will be in the long run?

We’ve all faced many challenging disappointments. Personally, I have found that seeking out support, adjusting my expectations and not giving up helps. If you make your expectations more flexible and realistic, disappointments and setbacks won’t stop you from trying again.

Helping my four-year-old granddaughter get through her disappointments in life — like why she can’t have cookies or candy for breakfast — has made me realize that life is life and disappointment is like a wave, it will peak and eventually pass.

“We don’t want impaired people getting behind the wheel and risking the lives of everyone on the road,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesperson for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “AAA encourages anyone planning to drink or take impairing substances to also plan for a safe ride. Tow to Go can be your backup plan.”

Tow to Go is available in select states and metropolitan areas. It provides a confidential ride for one person and their vehicle to a safe location within 10 miles. Although the service is complimentary, it should be used as a last resort.

Service Details

• Active: 6 p.m. Friday, May 22 to 6 a.m. Tuesday, May 26
• Available in: FL, GA, IA, MI, NC, SC, ND, NE, TN, WI, CO (Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs), and IN (Fort Wayne/South Bend)
• Call: (855) 2-TOW-2-GO or (855) 286-9246

Tow-to-Go Guidelines

• Free confidential ride available to AAA Members and non-members.
• The AAA tow truck transports the vehicle and driver home or somewhere safe within 10 miles.
• Appointments cannot be scheduled in advance to use Tow to Go. It is designed as a safety net for those that did not plan ahead. Always choose a designated driver before celebrating.
• In some situations, AAA may need to make other arrangements to get an impaired individual a safe ride home.
• Tow to Go may not be available in rural areas or during severe weather conditions.

AAA reminds drivers that impaired driving is completely preventable. Planning a safe ride in advance can save lives and spare families from devastating loss.

Since its inception in 1998, Tow to Go has provided a safe ride to nearly 30,000 people.

The new VLA features a 23-foot deck with a 6-degree load angle and a 10,000-lb. platform rating available in aluminum or steel for versatile, everyday transport. Standard equipment includes a 12,000-lb. winch, wheel-lift rated at 3,000 lbs. with 7,500-lbs. tow rating at full extension — all designed to balance capability with quick, intuitive operation.

“Our new VLA is all about confident loading with a fixed approach angle. Customers asked for a carrier that handles low-clearance vehicles without drama — so we engineered a 23-foot deck and rack-and-pinion bed system that delivers a true 6-degree load angle and everyday usability,” said Kipp Felice, Vice President of Marketing and Business Solutions at Miller Industries.

The VLA carrier is available to order now through Miller Industries’ authorized distributor network. For more information and to find the Miller Industries distributor closest to you, visit millerind.com.

Centennial Equipment Sales is located at 1247 Factory Drive, Fort Lupton CO, 80621.

Phone: 303-305-1999

Visit www.centennialequip.com

Agero

The combined company now supports more than 150 million vehicles and 14 million annual service events across the U.S., using that scale to improve dispatch, arrival accuracy, and transparency for insurers, OEMs, fleets and mobility providers.

Read the full announcement here: https://blog.agero.com/why-agero-and-urgently-are-better-together.

The Closest to the Pin winner wins a round of golf or a spa day, plus $5,000 will be donated to the Survivor Fund in the winner’s name, and an additional $5,000 will be donated to the Survivor Fund in the winner’s name courtesy of Marietta Wrecker of Marietta, GA.

Merriam-Webster’s definition of boss is: Being a boss means serving in a supervisory role, holding authority over a team, and taking responsibility for business outcomes. It involves delegating, decision-making, and often directing daily operations. A “boss” role ranges from managing employees and setting strategy to being “your own boss” (owning a business) or acting as a leader. 

I think that being a boss tells me I am in control of my own circumstances, efficiently managing both my professional and personal life. I work hard to be a proactive leader for my company and employees and enjoy being an advocate in supporting women, especially in the towing industry, in this type of role.

Some people the term boss lady to be patronizing or condescending; thinking it reduces real authority to a cute label and is an unnecessary distinction of gender compared to just being called “boss,” which I totally understand.

I know it’s not always easy, but whether you find yourself being referred to as a boss or boss lady, be proud of the accomplishments you have made. You’ve earned it.