As I had mentioned before, Howie was in a car accident two weeks ago. His car was deemed "a total loss". Being the sweet man that he is, he willingly took our 2007 Subaru Outback Wagon for himself. We bouught this car last December when the lease was up on our 2004 Honda Odyssey. I LOVED my Odyssey. But, gas prices were out of control this time last year, with no end in sight. So, being the practical minded people that we (err, he) is (are) we purchased the Subaru.
I've complained loudly. I've complained often. Rotten of me, I know. But think about it, we went from two (including Nicki) children and a van to three children and a car. It was sooo crowded in that car! Poor Nicki had to ride back there with two car seats for 10 hours on our way home from Indiana. Anyway, I digress.
Thanks to my wonderful husband (and a lady in an out of control SUV on an icy road one Monday morning) we picked up my very new, very own 2008 Honda Odyssey on Saturday!!!
There were MAJOR incentives on the 08 models. The only one they had left in stock has a DVD and Navigation system! Holy cow?!?!? Do I really own this luxury vehicle?? It's a long way from my very first car- a 1985 Ford Escort (purchased in 1994).
Also, we had to replace car seats because of the accident. Got Gabi a cute new booster and I took this opportunity to purchase Ellie's first big girl car seat. She has all but outgrown the infant carrier, and at 9 months and 21 pounds it's breaking my back to carry her in it!!!
Sooooo here are some stock photos of our new "stuff".......
5 comments:
Boy, insurance sure is a wonderful thing....Please rub in your new, clean car and car seats!
Kerri
Isn't it WONDERFUL???!!! We bought one this summer and I LOVE it. We got one that had been used as a dealer demo with 500 miles on it, which significantly reduced the price. And it has the dvd and navi, too! That has been invaluable in our new home - helps me get to the grocery store and back without too many wrong turns. :D While I'm sorry Howie had to be in an accident, I'm sure glad you got a new van!!
I LOVE it SO girly!!! That Britax pattern is awesome. Congrats on the van, it was a hard way to get it, but as long as Howie is fine~reap the benefits~I love our van!!!
Molly
Is it wrong of me to be totally jealous? :) You know what this means? You have to come get me for a girls day out. I can't wait to see the van!!
And the leather is so practical. You are going to love it. No more coffee stains on the passenger seat!
Welcome back minivan club.
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