Things I've learned on the road:

1. Don't panic when it comes to the check engine light. As my cousin, Brian put it, "I think that light is made to traumitize young ladies." Do, however, panic when the oil light comes on. (I already knew this, but thought it would be good to reiterate.)

2. Follow parking restrictions. Security patrol is not always looking out for your best interest. In this case, saving $3.50 => $100.00 to get my car out of hock.

3. When it comes to motel rooms, trust your instincts. If the door chain has been ripped from the wall and it looks like a crack motel, it probably is.



To be continued...