I've always loved cars. I don't usually keep them that long. The longest I've kept a car was 4-years, I think, and that was an extended Envoy. I really liked all the room, but hated the price of filling up the tank when gas prices increased, and it was extremely hard for me to park. I got a little foolish last year and bought a Hummer H3, my baby hummer. Mines black and it's great to look at, BUT there are so many negatives! I have to have a step stool to get Mom into it, it's a rougher ride, even compared to my husbands Tundra, there's only 3-cup holders, not as much room in the back, and only fits 5 people. So with our precious 3rd child coming sometime this year I've been thinking about a different vehicle. My husband is laughing about this because he's always hated the H3. Kinda a long story, but I bought it fast because I was mad at him for bidding on a 68 Camaro on Ebay. Long story short, his deal fell through, and mine didn't. I really need a car that can haul more people. I need that 3rd seat. And more room for traveling. Our last trip in the car for over 5-hours was not fun in my little car. We had 3-kids in the back and it felt cramped. So I've been checking out the vans. I put way too many miles on my vehicle a year to want a V8 suv. If you would have told me 5-yrs ago that I would drive a van one day, I would have bet you BIG money against it! I guess we all grow up at some point. (I think that's my husband's quote!) 15 cup holders! Tons of storage, I'm getting the dvd system and sunroof. AND I'm looking for a used one, since I have this fear I may not keep it long. But who knows? It will just be so nice to get them all in and out of, including Grandma! And I'll have plenty of room for all that baby stuff! God is telling me I better get more practical with this 3rd child coming. And I'm LISTENING!
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You are to funny!! I have been secretly eyeing a Volvo Wagon. Oh what is becoming of us.
Brenda, that's a hoot! I actually have a friend who SWORE she would NEVER drive a minivan. What happened? Child #2 was on the way and hubby talked her into getting one. She hated to admit it, but she absolutely loved it. Now that I think about it, I believe she mentioned something about growing up, too. :o)
Hope you enjoy all the space!
Ha! I love it, you get a Hummer to get back at your husband, but his deal doesn't go through. That's awesome! Haha. Hey, I did the minivan thing for a few years, then went to an expedition. I LOVE the expedition, with captians chairs (divide and conquer!). I've got four kiddos and in the works for #5. The gas prices stink, but honestly it's not that much different than the van. There was just something about the van that made me feel a little too grown up.
That's funny...I just swore I'd never do the minivan thing, then we ran into a tight squeeze the other day when we tried to pack 2 dogs and 1 carseat into our Subaru and we both went "uh oh!" I think the captain's row kinda makes sense!!
I'm new to your blog and just back from VN with baby #1. Are your older 2 from Vietnam as well? I hope your referral comes through soon!
We're looking for a Dodge Caravan! I'm right there with ya....I swore I would NEVER drive a minivan. Let us know what you guys end up getting!!
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