And the hits just keep comin'. So I went to get my smog check done today. My car failed :^( my Service Engine light is on and there are apparently 3 different things that need to be replaced. So, I figure no big deal, I can apply for the state program that helps with repairs. So I ask about it and I am told that due to the budget crisis the Governor has issued an executive order placing the program on hold indefinitely. You must be kidding me. The guy at the smog check place said that he can't really give a quote since their shop doesn't do repairs, but I'm looking at roughly 300 just for parts ..so that doesn't include labor! I am just sick over all of this. I woke up feeling like I shouldn't get out of bed today and it seems I was right.