Driver’s education – we’ve all been there. As a student, you sit through mind-numbing hours of how to identify traffic signs by their color and how to parallel park. As a parent, it’s the ultimate exercise in patience and restraint as you attempt to prevent your teen from seeing the fear in your eyes or white-knuckled grip on the door handle. This year, with five … Read More
Month: February 2016
Take a spring break off the beaten path
Like so many things these days, spring break has snuck up on me and is suddenly right around the corner. With only 2 1/2 weeks to prepare for what is the whirlwind of activity that comes with having a 9-year-old at home for a week, at least one spring break road trip may be in store. One of the best parts about road trips is … Read More
Will your vehicle cost you money?
Every year about this time I talk about the overall cost of owning a vehicle. Why? Several reasons, actually. The first step of vehicle ownership is getting that great deal when you make your purchase. But that is not the end-all-be-all of vehicle ownership. It’s tax refund time and there are some great deals on vehicles right now. But beyond the dealership, there are things … Read More
My team has two Super Bowl plays
That’s all we need. And it will be epic. FCA US LLC announced they will have two commercials during the Super Bowl. The first will air after Coldplay’s halftime performance. The second will be during the first commercial break of the fourth quarter. Now, what do you suppose they will be? The FCA marketing team is remaining mum about which brands will be represented, who … Read More
Which team will YOU be cheering for on Super Bowl Sunday?
Sadly, football season has come to a close. With the big game looming in just a few days, this year’s contest is between two teams who, while outstanding, lack devoted followers living in my house. No jerseys will be worn. No pacing will be done. No yelling at the officials or gasping at the poor play calling. (Well, that may actually still happen. It is … Read More