I got gas

Thanks to Hurricane Gustav (one of the first hurricanes with a genuinely scary name) and Hurricane Ike (yet another with a relatively cute name), the Southeast is pretty much out of gasoline for the next few weeks. I've only seen three gas stations in four nearby cities with any gas at all. While these places are a veritable oasis in a desert of petroleum, the widespread shortage has turned them into something eerily similar to The Road Warrior, minus the stylish leather attire. I find it best to avoid them.

While it's easy to get into a panic over this situation, it's times like this that make me thankful for the little things in life. For example, the fact that I can't fill up my gas tank means that I get to walk two miles to the local Jimmy John's. Let me tell you, walking that far for a meal really makes you appreciate your sandwich-eating experience.

Sure, we're all upset about the shortage, but as I just demonstrated, a little positive thinking can really turn a bad situation around. That's why I've compiled a list of:

Things that are Totally Awesome About the Southeast Gas Crisis

Blank Price Signs - With most stations running out of fuel, many owners are taking down their signs so people know to try other places. We're all sick of seeing high gas prices, and now we hardly have to see them at all! Just ignore the diesel sign. Who buys diesel, anyway?

Empty Stations - You might not expect it, but going to an empty gas station is kind of creepy. I mean, think about it: when was the last time you saw a completely empty gas station? I always thought that those only existed in movies about towns taken over by evil kids. Try walking through one of these parking lots; it's probably the closest you'll ever get to being in a horror film.


Christmas in September - The few stations that do have gas are usually completely packed. If you pass one at night, all the headlights, taillights, and turn signals in one place look almost exactly like Christmas lights. I'm feeling festive already!




I want all of you out there to keep thinking positive! What other cool things caused by the gas shortage can you think of? The possibilities are endless!