Don't get in a wreck. First of all, this can be a royal pain for you as your travel plans will be abruptly interrupted, and possibly for an indefinite period of time. I don't recommend crashing. Along with being a total downer for you, it slows traffic to an aggravating pace for everyone else. Road rage will rise and other people, in their frustration, may cause other wrecks. So really, for the love of humanity, pay attention on the road, use common sense, and don't be stupid.
Unless you're going faster than everyone else, stay out of the fast lane. I don't think anything is as annoying as some Clueless Morgan going 5 under the speed limit in the far left lane. Seriously people!
When in the car, put your phone away. I'm as guilty as the next person, but phones are a major cause of the above mentioned mobile mishaps. If you have to have your phone out, at least refrain from texting. There's a reason they invented hands-free sets, and I'm pretty sure no one has invented hands-free texting. As a concerned citizen, and one who values his own life more than your less-than-important textual flirtations, keep your eyes on the road, and your hands on the wheel. He/she will wait, I promise. The human race wouldn't have gotten as far as it has if people were that impatient.
Now, even the most seasoned and observant driver can't predict everything, so for those hapless happenings that we can't foresee, make sure your car contains:
A first aid kit
A blanket
A flashlight/flare
Window scraper
Battery cables
And probably a small supply of non-perishable foods like granola bars and gummy snacks.
Remember to obey the speed limit...within reason...don't mouth off to police officers, and that it's better to take a short nap than to die.
Be safe, and Happy Holiday Travels!
1 comment:
I love it that you made reference to Clueless Morgan in this blogpost.
"What was that song that just happened? You know: Cabin Fever. Ah!"
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