Athaiah Deshawn

What’s a time you ignored your gut — and paid for it?

Let me take you back to my teenage years.

My mom was asleep, and my dad was at work. Naturally, teenage me thought this would be the perfect opportunity to sneak out of the house.

I was supposed to meet up with a guy I liked, and I was just about to get into his car when something happened.

My gut was telling me something wasn’t right.

But did I listen? Absolutely not. 🤦🏾‍♀️

I proceeded outside anyway, and just as I was about to get into the car, my dad came turning around the corner!

Needless to say, I didn’t get into that car. Instead, I got into my dad’s car.

And let me tell you, I was EMBARRASSED! 😂

But here’s what made the whole situation even crazier: my dad came home early that night, something he rarely did.

Of all the nights, why that night?!

Looking back, I probably should’ve listened to that little voice telling me to stay inside.

I learned two things that night:

1. My dad had a way of showing up when I least expected it.
2. Sometimes your gut is trying to tell you something, and you should probably listen.

Teenage me thought she was being slick. Dad had other plans. 😂