If you own a Jeep, don't forget to wave

Two years ago, I bought a Jeep Wrangler. I guess this was part of my mid-life crisis. I always wanted a Jeep and when it came time to get a new car, I got one. Forget about the fact they get about 10 miles to the gallon or to take down the roof you need the patience of a saint and the expertise of a parachute packer. I wanted one, and I got one. What I didn't count on was the unwritten rule that when you pass a Jeep on the road, you must wave. I didn't realize I signed up for some sort of brotherhood, but that's exactly what happened. For the very sociable people out there, it's no big deal. I don't fit into that category so it's a royal pain in the ass! Instead of zoning out while driving, you must keep constant vigil in case a Jeep approaches. You have to time the wave perfectly so it's not too late and the other driver misses it and calls into the local brotherhood chapter and reports you. But most of all, you must remember and be diligent about not waving to NON Jeep Wranglers. Jeep Cherokee, doesn't cut the mustard. Don't be a fool and wave to them! Even worse, those Jeep wannabes...Suzuki and Toyota make a car that, from a distance and with the sun in your eyes, look like they could be a Wrangler. Wave to them and you might as well start looking for a new ride.

My next car will be a BMW. I hear their salute involves the middle finger. I can handle that.