Gas Prices Changing Lives

In case you haven’t noticed, gas prices are pretty high lately.  You haven’t noticed?  Well, good for you Mr. Moneybags.  The rest of us are feeling the pinch. 

Let me tell you what I have done.  I already drive a fuel efficient car.  I’ve chosen fuel efficient cars for years because, frankly, I drive a lot.  I drive about 35,000 miles per year, so even when gas was at $1.60, it added up.  But $4/gallon gas has made me change a few things.  I have changed my driving habits.  I drive slower and coast more.  Also, I’m working from home more.  Fortunately, my job is one that allows me a lot of latitude and my company is fantastic about being flexible as far as my physical location. 

That’s about all I can do for now.  We could move closer to my work, but that would involve a huge disruption in our family’s life.  While my car is small and efficient, our other car can’t realistically be downsized because a family of six requires a certain amount of room.  We haven’t really considered trimming back vacations, but we might. 

Have you changed your lifestyle because of gas prices?  If so, how?