This week on Car Talk, is van dwelling a reason NOT to date a guy who otherwise appears sweet and reasonably hygienic?
That's the automotive-relationship conundrum that our caller Tara from Fremont, California was facing. Should she stick with the Stanford Med School student, who's hanging up his stethoscope inside his '86 VW Vanagon? Or is this one relationship that's headed for the breakdown lane faster than you can say mononucleosis?
Ray suggested she introduce him to Mom and let her be the judge. Tom said he sounds like a great guy--which may be enough reason for Tara to immediately run away.
What would you do? Listen to Tara's call, and share your advice for Tara right here. She'll be dropping by!
I wouldn't, but I'm a guy. Consider if you're in love with the guy then consider his priorities. His becoming a Dr. sounds pretty special. But if being a little outside the norm is troubling then consider meeting a Dr. with possibly more shallow priorities. But that might mean you were possibly more shallow too. If he comes through on the real important stuff he'll probably make a good provider and parent. From what you said I gathered he was a prince with some quirky ideas. Consider others with quirky ideas such as Einstein, Nash, and others who have made significant contributions to the world. Unless boring normalcy is priority one with you go for for a very interesting journey. The most treasured memories are the ones with struggle and impact.
Tara, I heard your new adventure to travel across Canada? I live in North Carolina and am planning a trip to California via some route or other and don't know how to get there without boiling my oil in some desert I hear is between here and Big Sur. How are you folks going to New Hampshire? What route are you taking? I look forward to hearing from you or anyone else reading this blog. Violet Canary
10/07/2008 3:18:41 PM
