A few days ago Lola and I suffered a personal crisis. The internet went out, leaving us without an Apple TV or Netflix to watch. No computers to putter around on. No games to play on our phone since our signal is so weak without the internet boosting it.
The horror, the horror!
So we sought out the best therapy that money can buy at 11pm… Taco Bell. Until I realized that the only Taco Bell I knew of was the one at my old house and there was no way to drive there before it closed. Sadly, after living in my new area for 2 months I still hadn’t seen another Taco Bell.
The therapy idea was really backfiring.
Lola and I load up into the car in our pajamas and give the car’s navigation a chance to redeem itself after its previous failure to find a Subway. A Subway that is on the same road as my house. No turns required and yet, she made me take three turns. Stupid non-Siri.
The car says there is a Taco Bell within 3 miles.
Well, where the hell are they hiding this thing?! I’ve driven all around a three-mile radius and never once saw my pink/purple bell of glory announcing nacho cheese sold in tiny cups.
Off we went on rural back roads that I didn’t even know existed. Luckily, I had a full tank of gas and the cell reception was good enough for 911 to get a trace location should some bandit run us off the road. Maybe.
The car GPS was hopelessly lost within minutes and while I had street names, it didn’t match up with when she told me to turn. I was on my own, in the dark, and couldn’t see street signs thanks to the trees. And we were indeed taken off the road… by a police officer.
Apparently I was weaving drunkenly.
After a few minutes of checking me for warrants the officer allowed me to continue on my spiritual journey for a cheesy waterfall and even threw in some directions. He wished me luck on finding it open that late and even tried to console me that the Jack in the Box next door would definitely be open should I find nacho cheese to be unavailable for a consultation. As if Jack in the Box provides any therapeutic cheesy goodness that late at night. But there, in the dark, a beacon of hope.
Purple and pink and awesome, the Taco Bell logo lit the night sky.
On my way home on the back road from hell, I stumbled across the police officer as he was standing next to another driver’s window. I tipped my tiny cup of nacho cheese glory at him as I rolled slowly by – he laughed so hard I thought he was going to hurt himself.
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Haha that’s awesome!!!
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Amazing!
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Nice one. My GPS took me to a Denny’s that was closed down once, and often gets me more lost than I would be without it. But I still use it. Lol.
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We are suckers for technology even when it fails us!
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I admire your tenacity in your quest for snackage in the face of such adversity. Brilliant idea to lure in the local law enforcement to guide you on your quest *salutes* 😂
Thanks for hosting lovely! Cake for you. Bacon for Lola x #momsterslink
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Thank you! I actually rewarded myself with a slice of cake after I read this comment. Lola didn’t get any bacon though, I’m thinking she’s going to get a little bit with her lunch though since I’m basically ignoring her while I play hostess to the #momsterslink (i’m having the best time! I hope she lets me do it again.)
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You are perfect for it! I hope she does too! You two make an amazing team! X
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We don’t have those here. The food must be good. #momsterlink
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Many people argue that Taco Bell is probably the worst of all the Mexican fast food. Those people would be wrong. It is delicious but it isn’t really Mexican food, so as long as you go into it knowing that, you’ll enjoy the food.
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I wish we had Taco bell in the UK! Also, the last bit about making the police officer laugh actually made me laugh out loud, that is fantastic haha xx #momsterlink
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I’ve run into him two more times and both of those times have been while I was on a Taco Bell run. The man is pretty much convinced that I only leave my house when I’m on my way to Taco Bell. I may have to start ordering an extra item just so I can give it to him when I inevitably see him on my journey.
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I think I might be the only person living in the US that has never tried Taco Bell! It just doesn’t appeal, isn’t it all crispy tacos that are going to explode in your lap and leave you with sludge on your pants? I shouldn’t criticize until I try it I suppose, clearly the police officer agrees its totally awesome. Enjoyed the read. #momsterlink
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There are definitely a lot of items that you can’t eat while driving. But they really started to move into items that are portable and wrapped in a soft tortilla so that you can eat them while carrying on with your hectic day. I have never attempted to eat Taco Bell in the car, at least not while I am actively driving. Thanks for reading!!
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I just knew this was gonna be a good one- it did not disappoint. Maybe my favorite one Heather!
Cheers to cheese!
#momsterlink
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Thank you!!!! I do love that Taco Bell 🔔 but it usually is an epic journey to get it.
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Haha your posts always make me laugh! I so wish we had Taco Bell, it sounds amazing, one day I will visit the usa and try it myself! #momsterslink
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It is definitely an American institution!
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I love my GPS–I have NO sense of direction. Thanks for the laugh, and for hosting this week!
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That GPS failed me…but it was my fault. I hadn’t updated into years and my area has a few newly developed roads.
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Definitely not what I thought I’d read but an awesome post just the same!!! Who doesn’t love Taco Bell!?!? Good luck hostessing!! #momsterslink
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I am a fan of a title that leaves you thinking 😉
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I’m taking notes!!;)
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First, I love the title of your blog! Really funny! Second – Taco Bell is where it’s at! Love it!
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Thank you so much and I do love the cheesey goodness in that little cup!
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Taco bell and police officers, sounds like a fabulous night to me!
#momsterslink
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It was indeed!
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Taco bell made such a contribution to turn a dull night into a funny night,
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That cheese never disappoints does it?! I enjoyed the hell out of the journey!!! Thanks for reading and linking up with #momsterslink
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When you’ve got to have it, you’ve got to have it! I remember sending J out on these types of quests when I was pregnant! Thanks for hosting! #momsterslink
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The Hubster says I’ve been pregnant since the day he met me!!! Could you imagine if I ever did get pregnant?! I’m scared to think of what would happen with these cravings!!
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Oh wow! Yes, Taco Bell is definitely therapy, LOL! I had Taco Bell twice yesterday because of the long day I had. I’m glad you found a Taco Bell and got to have your cheesy goodness. Thanks so much for hosting #momsterlink this week
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Twice in one day?! I don’t want to weird you out but I feel like you could be my soulmate 😆
Thanks for reading!
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Lol! That’s so funny. Not weirded out at all😝😂
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Heather, I admire your tenacity! Sometimes only The Bell can soothe the troubled soul. Great post! Love your humor. 🙂
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Thank you so much!!!!
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hahaha that’s always the best therapy, thanks for hosting #Momsterslink
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Thank you for joining in and reading!
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Ha ha, love the image of that policeman laughing, you probably made his night x
#Momsterslink
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I hope I did!!!
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We’re usually on the same page, but for once I’m going to have to strongly disagree with you. Taco Bell is like that ex that you keep going back to, thinking that this time it will be better. Instead its just a terrible mess that you regret even more the following morning #momsterlink
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Well, subconsciously I think I might agree with you. There’s a reason I always eat it in the middle of the night and never during daylight hours!
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Wow, that’s some determination! I had my fingers crossed for you all the way through this post. Thank goodness for the policeman! #momsterslink
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I may not have found it without him!!
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When on earth did the internet return to it’s glorious self? #momsterslink
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About the time I logged in?! Hehehehe😉
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I have never had a Taco Bell. Does that make me a bad person? I love this story xx #momsterlink
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No it doesn’t! But you should definitely get there and try it.
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Just googled it, our nearest one is 120 miles away……. 😕
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Oh my goodness, how have I never found you on the interwebs before? I nearly peed myself reading your cheesy late night jaunt. I’m so happy you found your cheesy holy grail, but am even happier you found an understanding officer to lead you “to the border”! Now if you’ll excuse me, I have a sudden, inexplicable hankering for nacho cheese to fulfill…
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Enjoy that cheese and thanks for finding me!!
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The amount of times I’ve got chasing after a hidden place to get a snack! Lol. Bet that police officer was laughing lots. Sounds like a crazy treck so hope you enjoyed! Xx #thatfridaylinky
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I once had a GPS make me drive in circles. I didn’t even realize unti the third time around. Congratulations on your cheesy victory. #ThatFridayLinky
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I think GPS is just robots laughing at humans.
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I have no idea what Taco Bell is, but I’m glad you found one open! Thanks for linking up to #ThatFridayLinky
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It is Mexican fast food. Basically McDonald’s, but Mexican food. It is so delicious!
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What an adventure! Who knew good could come from the internet going out?
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