But the next most important factor was always the car! And the funny part looking back is that I didn't know what kind of car I wanted...did anyone when they were 8? I would put down odd combinations of 4 different vehicles like:



1. slug bug

2. Ferrari

3. Truck

4. Delorian

Chuckle if you'd like, but it was really the best I could do at the time. It's been years since then and my likes and dislikes when it comes to vehicles have evolved. I'm wondering now why my little 8 year old self was so deprived when it came to knowledge of Hyundais! They've got something for every mood, for every lifestyle, for every day of the week, basically. The Accent is the perfect entry level car starting under $11,000; which is shocking in itself. The Hyundai Elantra offers a little bit more as a Partial Zero Emission Vehicle in green states and a "class above" interior, roomier than the competition!

The Sonata is the next step up from the Elantra and is even classified as a "large car" through the EPA classification system. It's got a lot of really great safety features that come standard. The Hyundai Azera received the JD Power & Assoc. APEAL study recognition twice. The Tucson has a great crossover combination of car and SUV. The Santa Fe and the Entourage are both "Top Safety Picks" from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The Veracruz has the Hideaway seat offering a third row. And we can't forget the Tiburon that is just plain eye catching with the sport tuned suspension to support the sporty look!

Playing MASH at this late date may be a bit pointless since I'm technically already "all grown up," but I'd be much better at it now than I was when I was 8. I think I'm going to challenge someone to a game the next time I'm waiting at the doctor's office. I'm totally going to get the Mansion and the Tiburon and Brad Pitt. Watch and see...