The open road - it can be a love-loathe relationship.
Last week, we made our first road trip as a family of four. Two parents that love to travel, one three-year-old that's really starting to love hotels, and one three-month-old that's on his first big adventure.
The eight-hour drive to Florida and back home a few days later resulted in memorable family time but was also a reminder of how awful some people are when driving.
I was in Florida to review the new TRON Lightcycle / Run thrill ride at Walt Disney World. Spoiler alert: it's epic!
Some people on the road though acted as though they were on a roller coaster, and others moved at a snail's pace.
Multiple times during the long drive we saw signs reminding people to drive safely. "Arrive alive" was a frequent message. Billboard after billboard advertised buckling up your seat belt for safety.
But of course, some travelers still treated the expressway like a race track.
This summer might see fewer people on the road because of rising gas prices.
Hopefully, those that do venture out remember to drive responsibly.
I'll believe it when I see it. We love a family road trip and while nothing is planned right now, I'm sure we'll hit the open road again soon.
When is your next road trip?
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