This retired tow truck is not in horrible shape and could probably be pressed back into service if need be. I remember being fascinated with them as a kid, especially the revolving amber safety lights. I always thought it would be cool to have one of those in my bedroom, but no luck on that front. Mom just wasn't getting it.
I also wanted to be a tow truck operator at one time, I was maybe five when I told my mom that and was informed that I was reading well above my age level and I was going to university when I was older. She sure jinxed that one, but I have stayed a reader for most of my life. Partial win?
Telling my mom I wanted to drive a tow truck and her amused annoyance was something I had forgotten until I saw the tow truck this past weekend. It's funny how the oddest, oldest thing can shake a forgotten memory loose, and it wasn't a bad one at all. I love how often carrying a camera in the present - any camera - can give me a bridge back to my childhood in unexpected moments.
Also worth mentioning, I'm an adult now approaching old age with no mother to say no to me. Guess who's on Amazon looking at amber flashing lights right now?