Dear Do-it-yourself-ers,

Yesterday I changed the right headlight bulb on my car, Winnie. I consulted with my dad over the phone and did a minimal about of research on-line. It felt pretty empowering except for the part where I had to ask a neighbor to get the light out of the socket because I couldn't do it. My non-existing brute strength was validated with shooting pain in my neck and left shoulder in attempt to pull the bulb out. Oh dear! I really need to focus on strengthening my upper body strength!!!

My dad said it would cost $18 for someone to change the light bulb and here I did it with some help. He was proud of me and laughed like a five year old because I hurt my back. He reassured me that he also hurts his back fixing the cars.

I hope you attempt to fix something yourself. It's fun to problem solve and gain a new skill even if it is as minor as changing a bulb.

As the saying goes, "you trying doing it mom!"

Recovering from neck and back pain,
My-Linh

P.S. Last week I bought my ticket to Mexico City. I am pretty excited to travel with my friends.