A good reminder for drivers.

Just came across this story; it's a good reminder that we California drivers have some new rules to follow come July 1:

"Come July 1, drivers in California who make or receive phone calls other than emergencies will be required to have a hands-free way of talking. Motorists who don't can be pulled over and cited, $20 for the first offense and $50 for subsequent violations.

At the same time, a companion law will go into effect that prohibits drivers younger than 18 from using any type of electronic communication device to text or talk - even hands-free ones. However, it's a secondary infraction, which means it can't be the main reason a driver is pulled over."

Driving: Great opportunities to connect.

Sometimes it's easy for me to hop in my car and drive places solo. But this morning brought a great reminder that sometimes it's worth the extra effort to bring along a passenger -- or become the passenger! Instead of driving downtown today to feed the homeless, I caught a ride from one of the newer guys in our church. We've had a chance to talk briefly before, but I'd never heard his story of how he became a Christian and all the stuff God had done in his life. So, today's drive proved to be a great time to get to know him better and connect on a deeper level.