lose control?

I got my car fixed a few months ago because the car kept having an 02 sensor issue, we thought. However, we took the car to RC Auto and they found out it was just some computer issues so they reset the computer and viola, the car hasn't given me troubles until TODAY. And I sit here wondering, "Why today?" .

Ironically, after walking to the parking lot from an unsuccessful shopping trip to Old Navy I noticed for the first time since I took the car to the shop in February that the shop had replaced my car dealership license plate frame with one that advertises RC Auto. I mentioned to my companion, "I never noticed that my license frame was replaced until today". He also hadn't noticed the replacement until I brought it to his attention.

Literally ten minutes later, after deciding where we wanted to eat, we got into the car and it wouldn't start. Panic began but I decided it would be best not to react so we waited...one minute, three minutes, another five minutes. We kept trying to start the car but it wouldn't cooperate. Then after about 20 minutes of contained panic the car started. Phew!

Now how come of all days did I only notice today that the license plate frame was replaced, then the car doesn't start, and I find myself at RC Auto asking them to take a look at why my car is in one of its mood again? What does it all mean?

Was the universe "testing" me to see how I would respond to unexpected car troubles? Only 6 weeks ago this type of thing would have sent me into a meltdown; freaking out about how unfair life is and diving deep into fear and despair. This time however, I passed the "test". I didn't freak. I remained calm, composed and didn't lose faith that the car would eventually start. So maybe that is what the purpose was for...more proof that as long as I believe it will all work out, it will.

Let go and let the universe take control.