The Thrilling Ride and the Lost Phone
Have you ever had an experience where a simple journey turned into a heart-stopping adventure that drastically changed your habits? I have a story that perfectly encapsulates this feeling—a tale of an unexpected phone mishap during a thrilling ride.
How Was My New Phone Provided?
A few years ago, my company graciously provided me with a new, state-of-the-art cell phone. It was truly a handsome device: smooth, sleek, and silky to the touch!. Perhaps you’re wondering, would it be customary for a company to provide a case or screen protector alongside such a device? Unfortunately, they did not. I digress, let’s get back to the story.
A Roller Coaster Ride to Remember
My family and I were planning to visit Disneyland, and I was particularly excited about the captivating photos I would be able to capture with my new phone. However, things didn’t go as planned when we encountered the famous California Screamin’ roller coaster.
Imagine a roller coaster that thrusts from a standstill to an incredibly fast speed within seconds, reaches a steep incline, and then plummets rapidly. It's a perfect example of Newton’s first law of motion—basically, an object in motion will stay in motion unless acted upon by an external force. During this action, the sleek, smooth phone in my shirt pocket became the unfortunate subject of physics.
At the summit, the phone was safely nestled in my shirt pocket. But as the roller coaster hurtled down with such velocity, it was impossible for the phone to remain there. To this day, I can vividly see the phone seemingly shooting out of my pocket, long out of my reach, while I was still strapped into the ride, unable to do anything.
The Search and the Outcome
After the ride, we frantically combed the area where it would have landed. The friendly Disney staff assured us that every inch of the park was thoroughly checked and any misplaced items would be turned over to lost and found. We inquired multiple times, even after returning home, but never did we receive news of a phone matching the description.
I’m left with a sense of mystery about the events that unfolded. While I can speculate, the truth remains unconfirmed. This incident taught me an invaluable lesson that I will carry forward.
A Change in Habits
Post-adventure, I made sure never to carry my phone in my shirt pocket again. Instead, I became much more cautious with my devices. I now always use cases and screen protectors, and carefully consider the places where I transport my phone. This simple adjustment has indeed saved me from several such potential mishaps.