Anyone else addicted to driving?

I do not like driving especially in traffic but I recently went on a road trip and spent 2 full days in the car and it was very therapeutic and also quality time with my daughters. I loved the wide open space and getting away from everything-letting my mind wander listening to music etc. My car gets good mileage and it was WAY cheaper to drive v. fly three people. I was sorry my husband could not join the trip but it was a huge joy having full control of the music selections

I used to be a compulsive driver, too. I would factor in extra time before and after going anywhere. I also used to work nights and when I couldn't sleep on my nights off, I would get up and go for a drive for hours. I'd drive aimlessly for hours at a time when I was bored and didn't have anything to do. It used to relax me and give me time to think.

Once I moved in my my SO and had less time and more company, I gradually stopped.

I still have a long commute that I don't mind at all. I love going on road trips and adventures that involve driving.

Lucky you to have 4-5 hours a day free just to drive around!! Maybe you could think of some more productive things to do instead?

Wow... That was a little rude. Maybe for her, driving IS productive, because it makes her feel good. Not everything we do in life needs to 'produce' something.

I love driving too OP. I think part of the reason is i didnt get my licencse til i was 24... Even years later, i still sometimes feel excited to have my license, and my own car, and to be able to dive wherever I want

Now that I think about it, it is actually kinda like therapy to me. One of the only times my anxiety isn't playing up

Also, considering I work full time and go to school full time atm, I do feel like I produce enough within my time.

Well excuse me for bothering to answer to your post.

Must say I can't see how anyone can go to school full time and work full time, must be a heap more hours in your world than there is in mine.

My course has 6 classes per semester.
I do 3 classes on mondays, 2 on thursdays and 1 online. I work tues, wed, fri, sat, sun.

No need to be rude.

LOL! You clearly don't understand what 'full time' is.

What is with your attitude? So unneccessary.

This. The rudeness is uncalled for and it is coming off as jealousy. Perhaps you need to clear your schedule a bit and relax.

Nope, I HATE driving!

Would you mind considering the impact your addiction is having on the rest of us? There is so much environmental damage being done by cars, that I for one would be grateful if you could try to limit your excursions to more essential journeys.

...yeah...that one car makes a huge difference....it might even burn as much gas as the truck that shipped the oranges that are decorating the drink in your profile picture...So, should I ask you to please refrain from having unnecessary garnishes in your drinks, as it would help the environment?...Nah, that would just sound foolish.

Would you mind considering the impact your addiction is having on the rest of us? There is so much environmental damage being done by cars, that I for one would be grateful if you could try to limit your excursions to more essential journeys.

...yeah...that one car makes a huge difference....it might even burn as much gas as the truck that shipped the oranges that are decorating the drink in your profile picture...So, should I ask you to please refrain from having unnecessary garnishes in your drinks, as it would help the environment?...Nah, that would just sound foolish.

girl i feel you. i absolutely love to drive, whether it's through the middle of los angeles/hollywood on saturday night when it's busy as f or down pacific coast highway where i can see the beach out my windows. it's been a very long time since gas has been affordable enough for me to pleasure cruise, but taking a drive was one of my biggest anxiety reducing prescriptions for like, years. i might just start budgeting some extra $$ for relaxation driving.

and good for you for working and going to school full time at the same time - that ish WILL pay off. get it girl

You are crazy.

I HATE DRIVING.

I hate it and I wish all car companies would spontaneously combust and all gasoline would disappear. I almost never drive except to go to work, otherwise I walk or ride a bike. F driving.

I love driving. I love her curves. She has muscular arches in all the right places. A great rear-end. When I slide into the driver's seat, she holds me just right. She likes going for a cruise around town just as much as she likes me pounding through her gears. Yup... I love driving.

i don't know how to drive.

I consider driving to be as empowering and exciting as brushing my teeth.
Its just another daily activity.
:indifferent:

I've always had a strong passion for motor vehicles...That's part of the reason I change cars like a girl changes shoes. I love them all, fast, slow, comfort, and offroad...So long as the vehicle has some sort of soul within it I can appreciate the science that goes into the driving experience. I've owned everything from Jeeps and Trucks to BMW's and Corvettes...Funny thing is my parents and friends couldn't care less about cars..I dunno where I get it from.

I blame too much Top Gear.

Current Weekend/Date/Track Car: Late production 09 335i (N54, 6MT, E92) Lightly modded, dyno'd at 445HP/500TQ



Current A&B Car: 03 Celica. 38MPG!

Girl let me tell you.
I popped out two kids. All they do is scream and fight in the summer. Hubby works nights, so when he wakes up, I tell him
Hun - you got the kids. I have to get xyz at the store.
Then its HEAVEN.
Me time doesn't come easy when you have a bunch of people that need you 24/7. The car is the only break I get!