SkydiveNFlorida 0 #1 May 4, 2005 Well, as many of you know, my boyfriend and I will be moving across the country, possibly in seperate cars if we go at the same time. So, while alone in my car for countless hours a day, I am wondering what I will want to do. Radio and cds are bound to get old, so I started thinking about books on cd, etc. I have a learn to speak spanish cd set, so I might try listening to that... who knows, maybe i'll really learn spanish by the time I reach San Fran. Anyone know of any other good learn-stuff-on-cd sets? I guess i'll probably want to get a hands-free phone thingamajig so that we can talk on our trip, but I don't drive a lexus, so my car is fairly noisy inside, too. Thoughs, tips? We are going to take I-10 all the way, and might consider stopping for some jumps if we find a dz not too far off, too. Not moving for a couple of months, but i'm a freak so want to be ready thx -A Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #2 May 4, 2005 I find recorded books to be great. Your brain engages in them a little more than it does with music. They're pricey, so you might look into borrowing them from the library - it would still be much cheaper to mail them back than it would to buy them in the first place. I thought about the language thing when I had longer commutes, but I had trouble finding one that didn't also require written work along with the CD. That was a while ago, so maybe there's something out there now."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Girlfalldown 0 #3 May 4, 2005 Krisanne's reading my mind again and she beat me to it. New suggestion, paddletalk! Make up a flip board with a bunch of large lettered words and stuff on it then when you pass cars with kids you can hold the signs up with stuff like: You're dad's cute! or Tell your mom to get off the phone and drive! Use a thick black pen so they can see it and only show it when the kids are looking but not the parents. Then hide it when mom or dad looks. -------------- (Do not, I repeat DO NOT, take my posts seriously.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #4 May 4, 2005 QuoteGet a lot of books on CD. You can get something like 3 or 4 free at the library then mail them back to return them when you get to SF. That and the hands free thing was all I could think of. If you're going to do that - go to Cracker barrel! You can turn them in at the next store down the road! Cracker Barrel ROCKS!!!Scars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #5 May 4, 2005 Novels on CD are a good choice too. I used to drive 12 hours each way to see my girlfriend every two months or so. XM radio would have been an investment I would have loved to have made prior to a few of those drives.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #6 May 4, 2005 QuoteKrisanne's reading my mind again and she beat me to it. Nah, I was just looking over your shoulder as you were typing. *stalk stalk* QuoteNew suggestion, paddletalk! Make up a flip board with a bunch of large lettered words and stuff on it then when you pass cars with kids you can hold the signs up with stuff like: You're dad's cute! or Tell your mom to get off the phone and drive! Use a thick black pen so they can see it and only show it when the kids are looking but not the parents. Then hide it when mom or dad looks. Brilliant, I tell ya, this girl is brilliant. No wonder I'm trying to read her mind. There's so much genius in there!"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Girlfalldown 0 #7 May 4, 2005 QuoteQuoteGet a lot of books on CD. You can get something like 3 or 4 free at the library then mail them back to return them when you get to SF. That and the hands free thing was all I could think of. If you're going to do that - go to Cracker barrel! You can turn them in at the next store down the road! Cracker Barrel ROCKS!!! I didn't know you could do that! That's awesome! I've never seen a Cracker Barrel in California though. -------------- (Do not, I repeat DO NOT, take my posts seriously.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #8 May 4, 2005 mmm.. XM radio... I think that's what is going to save me when I travel this summer... Books are good... besure to get something that will keep you at least a little stimulated... Oh, and don't forget snacks... that's very important.Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Girlfalldown 0 #9 May 4, 2005 Quote Brilliant, I tell ya, this girl is brilliant. No wonder I'm trying to read her mind. There's so much genius in there! Nah, I just enjoy fucking with people. -------------- (Do not, I repeat DO NOT, take my posts seriously.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveNFlorida 0 #10 May 4, 2005 I'm sorry, did you just say I can return books on CD at Cracker Barrel? I'm confused. Phree, good call. I don't have an XM capable stereo, but Rory does so maybe he'll want to hook that up in his car. Then i'll be forced to be jealous! :) -A Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gmittar 0 #11 May 4, 2005 I had the latest Harry potter on CD, was great for a long driving vacation. Lasted almost exactly the whole vacation and well narrated. |>.<| Seriously, W.T.F. mate? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melstarr 0 #12 May 4, 2005 YAAAAY! you're moving annie?!?! that's sweet babe! did you decide on a school??? oh joy, i'm so stoked for you * when alli moved to florida, we used little walkie-talkies to communicate with each other. we kept them off to conserve the batteries (unless we were in high traffic situations), but we would just flash our lights when we needed to chatty with each other please keep in touch and send me your new addy so i can keep in touch with you too!! let me know if there's anything else i can do for you Happy Moving with Rory!!! ~ meL* Pink Mafia / Tunnel Mafia Sister Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveNFlorida 0 #13 May 4, 2005 Quote New suggestion, paddletalk! Make up a flip board with a bunch of large lettered words and stuff on it then when you pass cars with kids you can hold the signs up with stuff like: You're dad's cute! or Tell your mom to get off the phone and drive! Use a thick black pen so they can see it and only show it when the kids are looking but not the parents. Then hide it when mom or dad looks. LMAO!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #14 May 4, 2005 QuoteI'm sorry, did you just say I can return books on CD at Cracker Barrel? I'm confused. Phree, good call. I don't have an XM capable stereo, but Rory does so maybe he'll want to hook that up in his car. Then i'll be forced to be jealous! :) -A You can BUY audio books at cracker barrel and then turn them in at the next cracker barrel and get more! Plus a yummy meal. I got a map with all the cracker barrels in the us! You too can pick one up at your local cracker barrel. If you don't know where that is, pm me and I'll look it up for you!!!Scars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveNFlorida 0 #15 May 4, 2005 QuoteYAAAAY! you're moving annie?!?! that's sweet babe! did you decide on a school??? oh joy, i'm so stoked for you * when alli moved to florida, we used little walkie-talkies to communicate with each other. we kept them off to conserve the batteries (unless we were in high traffic situations), but we would just flash our lights when we needed to chatty with each other please keep in touch and send me your new addy so i can keep in touch with you too!! let me know if there's anything else i can do for you Happy Moving with Rory!!! Shoot, Mel, I didn't think about it.. but do you think we'll have a problem getting signal on our phones? I haven't driven across country before, I bet there are some blackout areas where signal is nowhere to be found. I will definitely give you our new addy as soon as we get one. :) It was a stressful time, but i've accepted admission at Berkeley for Fall of '05. :) BIG HUGS!! -A Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #16 May 4, 2005 I do this on my rides down to KY all the time! It's great! JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #17 May 4, 2005 That rocks!! I could have tried cracker barrel for all those 8 hour drives to see my family every holiday. I wish I had known! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveNFlorida 0 #18 May 4, 2005 "You can BUY audio books at cracker barrel and then turn them in at the next cracker barrel and get more! Plus a yummy meal. I got a map with all the cracker barrels in the us! You too can pick one up at your local cracker barrel. If you don't know where that is, pm me and I'll look it up for you!!! " NICE!! I will check that out at our local Cracker Barrel soon (I've got one about 5 miles out, so no need to map for me, but thanks CB pusher!!) -A Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #19 May 4, 2005 well, when you get to parts of West texas on I-10, you can scan the radio on FM and AM - you won't pick up ANYTHING! Bring cd's for sure....Scars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melstarr 0 #20 May 4, 2005 QuoteIt was a stressful time, but i've accepted admission at Berkeley for Fall of '05. :) FREAKING A!!! you are Definitely one smart little motor-skooter ~ Wow! that's so freaking Awesome!! QuoteShoot, Mel, I didn't think about it.. but do you think we'll have a problem getting signal on our phones? I haven't driven across country before, I bet there are some blackout areas where signal is nowhere to be found. that's the EXACT reason we used them... it was lots of fun to use little walkie-talkies ~ you can find them really cheap at wal-mart. around $10 - $15. plus, you can save your minutes QuoteI will definitely give you our new addy as soon as we get one. :) COOL Deal! Thank you lots! and BIG HUGS right back at ya!! ~ meL* Pink Mafia / Tunnel Mafia Sister Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Girlfalldown 0 #21 May 4, 2005 Quote Shoot, Mel, I didn't think about it.. but do you think we'll have a problem getting signal on our phones? I haven't driven across country before, I bet there are some blackout areas where signal is nowhere to be found. I'm not sure what service you use but I know with my service I always have coverage issues when I drive long distances. Walkie talkies are a great alternative. So you're moving to SF? SWEEEEET! That's where I live. We'll have to throw you a welcome party! -------------- (Do not, I repeat DO NOT, take my posts seriously.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #22 May 4, 2005 Note to self: Sell Cracker Barrel stock."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #23 May 4, 2005 QuoteNote to self: Sell Cracker Barrel stock. aruh? Sell? I'm single handedly keeping them in the black. BUY DAMMIT!!!Scars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #24 May 4, 2005 QuoteQuoteNote to self: Sell Cracker Barrel stock. aruh? Sell? I'm single handedly keeping them in the black. BUY DAMMIT!!! You're "borrowing" product from them and think you're contributing to the bottom line? Well, I guess if you're eating there every time you stop... that might be helping out."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #25 May 4, 2005 QuoteQuoteQuoteNote to self: Sell Cracker Barrel stock. aruh? Sell? I'm single handedly keeping them in the black. BUY DAMMIT!!! You're "borrowing" product from them and think you're contributing to the bottom line? Well, I guess if you're eating there every time you stop... that might be helping out. I've never gotten the books. I just eat there. I guess I'm just "borrowing" the food too when you think about it....Scars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
