Moms Talk: Planning Around High Gas Prices

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Signs that summer is fast approaching: Flowers are blooming, temperatures are rising and gas prices are soaring — again. Some predictions say we could hit $5/gallon by summer, whereas others say prices could be reaching their peak.

The cost of filling your tank these days may have you reconsidering your summer vacation plans. Many families will do more local traveling or take "staycations", while some choose to compromise on other parts of their vacation (cheaper hotels, less expensive restaurants) to compensate for higher gas prices. Others may be waiting for a clearer idea of where gas prices will land before finalizing plans.

How can we keep rising gas prices from disrupting our plans and daily life?