All hail the road trip!!! Full of scenic wonders, Arby’s curly fry burps, endless snacking, and mindless conversation, this American institution rests fondly in the memories of all parents. What was once taken for granted is now envied.
Couple with no children: “We had such a nice trip the other weekend. The five hour car trip wasn’t even so bad. In fact [significant other] and I had such a nice conversation. We hadn’t talked so much in weeks. We really bonded.”
Couple with children: “We had to drive the other weekend, too. Between the screaming, wailing for a “different video”, accusations of bad smells, demands for food, and general whining I’m not sure how I didn’t throw my children out the window! Oh, and all I managed to say to [significant other] was ‘They take after your family.’”
Couple with no children: smug smirks and some ridiculous statement such as “Oh, how cute! You better enjoy this age before they grow up and just stick ear buds in their ears and listen to their iPods the whole way.” Smug little smile.
Couple with children: small little satisfied smile at the vision of punching know-it-all couple in the face.
Gone are the days of “Hey, you wanna go to [enter destination].” And honestly, I miss those days! My husband and I used to love taking road trips. Now, just the thought of loading the boys in their car seats makes my eye start to twitch (it does this only under extreme duress). Don’t get me wrong; I love my children more than life itself, however, not on road trips.
If you are looking for the next big thing, here’s an idea: a limousine type window which separates the back passenger section of a minivan or car installed in every vehicle in this great nation. Think of the wars we’d prevent! Think of the world hunger we’d all solve!!! I exaggerate of course, but you’ll be rich:) Think about it and let me know when VW takes on your invention!
