I frequently ask friends and family, “What’s in your trunk.” I hear different things; Tents, bouldering shoes, Frisbee golf Frisbees… The other day we were at the park and I mentioned that I wanted to fly a kite because the weather was so perfect. My friend replied, “You wanna?” I hesitated “Nah, we’ll have to drive all the way to the store and get them.” And he smiled and said “Dude, I keep two kites in my trunk. One for me and one for my wife.” What a great idea…
I asked more people intrigued by the notion that our cars can be moving “toy boxes.” Here’s some responses: kite, Frisbee(golf), tent/sleeping bags, football, bug catcher, bouldering shoes, blanket, Fishing poles, camera, bike, hiking shoes, gym clothes, tennis racquet, art supplies…
It's pretty cool to know that we can be driving home from work and on an instant set out a blanket and read a book, just because we can. Or, plan a last minute frisbeegolf session. There was even a time I had a friend yank out his banjo... Yeah, I know... Some keep an inflatable kayak in their “toy chest.” These days, with everyone short on time and busy with “life,” it’s good to remember that sometimes you need some R&R. Treat yourself. Go and find that fun toy you’d like to have handy in your car and the next time you have a few moments you can text a friend and tell him to meet you at the park, trail, gym, river, wherever…
So, hit us back. What do you keep in your trunk this summer?
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