As much as I would have wanted the Red Sled to last forever, her time is coming to an end. It’s time for me to get another car.

Buying another car may not be a big deal for most people, but I’ve had four cars throughout my entire life, so for me, it’s a bit of an adjustment. I get so used to the cars I drive that I can hardly bring myself to give them up.

But it’s time. The latest trip to the car hospital which will cost me north of $900 tells me that I need to move on to something newer and more reliable. And it’s not like I didn’t get my money’s worth out of the old Jeep.

I have my heart set on a 2-door Jeep Wrangler. I’m thinking something yellow or turquoise. Or maybe keeping it red. I want something that will stand out in a parking lot full of white and black and silver cars. I want something that reflects my personality as much as being reliable transportation.

When the time comes to say goodbye to the Red Sled, I will most likely be sad. I might even cry a little. I confess that I get maybe a little too attached to my cars.

But I also know that just as with every other car, God will lead me to the right one at the right time. I will know it’s right and I will also know it’s an answer to prayer. And then I will start driving car number five.