I
decided to go Whole Foods for the last time, after my visit from City MD Urgent
Care. Yesterday, I had weird chest pains every time I laughed uncontrollably,
so Ms. Reid insisted I seek medical attention first thing this morning. Thank
God it was nothing major and just a form of acid reflux.
I
know I mentioned in my previous post how came from that expensive store Sunday,
but I was in desperate need for some milk. I promised myself I would never buy
anything from that tiny grocery store on 130th Street and Amsterdam because I
had issues with my food expiring way before the expiration date. Personally, I think the store illegally
puts the incorrect dates on their items. Even though it’s convenient to shop
there because of the walking distance, I dreaded entering to the petrified
smell of raw meats and mold that welcomes you at the door. Sanitation is a major
factor when I’m spending my money on good food. Therefore, I go the extra mile
to catch the train to Whole Foods where I know everything is fresh and organic.
As I grabbed my little buggy and glided towards the produce aisle, I had a strange
feeling like I needed to verify my checking account. So I whipped out my phone,
looked for my banking app, and checked my balance. I anxiously pound in my account information on the keypad while
pacing around in circles, and paused to hear the most disturbing news ever.
“Your checking account has an available balance of $0.00,” said the Automatic
Operator. My heart dropped and my eyes begin to water because I tried my best
to avoid a situation like this.
Living in New York is extremely different from the South, with just the
cost of living alone. Deep down
inside I wanted to put some things back as I looked in my cart I realized
everything I had was necessity. Luckily, I have an emergency savings account. I
instantly transferred my funds, headed to the register and made my way back
home.
As
I carried my two Whole Food’s bags up the hill from the station, I reflected on
the true meaning of the word "struggle". It’s no joke! My mother raised me to be
a strong woman and watching her deal with the challenges of life lets me know
that I can overcome anything. I
try not to get emotional while I’m sitting here typing this blog but for some
reason I’ve got so much more to be thankful for and I understand one day
everything will pay off. “Life can bring us through many changes just don't
give up It’s gonna be alright,” are the soulful words of Ledisi, which came
from my Pandora station.
That’s exactly what I needed to hear.
✌ ❤☺-Demeshia Jackson
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