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Driving along the interstate I was met with the exact same road closure that has been instituted all summer. (In Colorado, btw) The road narrows to one lane, speed drops from 75 to 55, and NOTHING is occurring on either side of this major road.

However, I got excited when the flashing sign read, “Caution. Various Crews ahead.” What in the world could that mean? Was I actually going to see something of interest? Various? Not just one kind of crew, but different types all going about the business of reopening this road, which they have had all summer to do for the 12 miles that have been slowed. (Previously we went to 45 mph, so we are doing a little better.)

I was getting in another snit, when it occurred to me that this is how things operate at my home, too. We thought about replacing the deck three years ago. We talked about it for a good year and a half. We got some estimates. We finally decided to do it ourselves. Perhaps this road is still being discussed over coffee and rolls?

For Christmas I think I will give family members orange traffic cones. This will be our way to say, “We’re thinking about a change, but haven’t quite committed or decided. Please don’t bother asking about it. Slow your ruminating on this subject.”

I wouldn’t charge $22 for them either.