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Tomorrow & Monday is my free day…I have both US & German public holiday because I work for US army caserne. Well, we use Memorial Day for tomorrow which it’s supposing be for Monday because we also have German public holiday on Monday (Whit Monday), that's why.
I got email from work every year like this…
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND - SAFETY MESSAGE
- PLAN YOUR HOLIDAY TRIP
ALLOW ENOUGH TIME
Plan your trip to allow sufficient time to reach your destination and return. Take advantage of long-range weather forecasts so you can plan to drive under the best conditions. Consider the unusually heavy traffic weekends and holidays. Allow plenty of time so you can travel without exceeding safe speeds. Include time for food, gasoline and rest stops.
HAVE YOUR CAR SAFETY CHECKED
You should have your vehicle inspected for conditions of tires, steering, brakes and
exhaust system. Check for proper operation of directional signals, headlights, taillights,
stop lights, windshield wipers, defroster and horn.
YOUR PERSONAL PAPERSAssure that you have all necessary personal documents in your possession before leaving, such as valid driver's license, passports, insurance card, I.D. card, and copies of your leave orders. Consider use of a tourist passport, if you have one, with necessary visas, providing it's allowed by the country you are visiting.
SECURITY
Before leaving buildings to get into your vehicle, check the surrounding area for anything suspicious. If possible vary routes to work and home. Avoid late night travel. Travel with companions. Avoid isolated roads or dark alleys when possible. Habitually ride with seatbelts buckled, doors locked, and windows closed. Be alert while driving or riding. Do not allow your vehicle to be boxed in; maintain a minimum 8-foot interval between you and the vehicle in front; avoid the inner lanes.
GET PLENTY OF SLEEP AND REST
Be sure that your get plenty of sleep before starting your trip. Plan enough rest stops during the drive to prevent fatigue. Start your day's driving early and plan an early stop for the evening. This will assure you of getting plenty of rest and good accommodations at a Gasthof or Hotel.
STAY SOBER
Observe the cardinal rule not to drink before making a trip and never while operating a vehicle.
REDUCE YOUR SPEED AT DUSK AND AT NIGHT
Half-light time, of dusk, is the most dangerous driving time. Objects are less distinct. Reduce speed and keep it reduced. Turn on headlights early. This will help insure that you are seen by the other driver.
SEAT BELTS
Always wear your seat belt. It's too late to put it on after the accident.
Have a fun weekends...
Well, I’ll bake 2 cakes to prepare for 70th Anniversary including big festival with BBQ party, raffles e.g. on Saturday. I'll work to help at festival on Saturday & enjoy myself to chatttttttinnnnnnnngggggg with my friends...
...
We are still hoping that my home computer will be repair…
Spring cleaning at my house…
Monday?
Maybe I’ll start with restoration work on small old table & check AD posting (I hope my home computer is finish repair)… or we go out for ride the bicycle at countryside if there're lovely weather...
I got email from work every year like this…
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND - SAFETY MESSAGE
- PLAN YOUR HOLIDAY TRIP
ALLOW ENOUGH TIME
Plan your trip to allow sufficient time to reach your destination and return. Take advantage of long-range weather forecasts so you can plan to drive under the best conditions. Consider the unusually heavy traffic weekends and holidays. Allow plenty of time so you can travel without exceeding safe speeds. Include time for food, gasoline and rest stops.
HAVE YOUR CAR SAFETY CHECKED
You should have your vehicle inspected for conditions of tires, steering, brakes and
exhaust system. Check for proper operation of directional signals, headlights, taillights,
stop lights, windshield wipers, defroster and horn.
YOUR PERSONAL PAPERSAssure that you have all necessary personal documents in your possession before leaving, such as valid driver's license, passports, insurance card, I.D. card, and copies of your leave orders. Consider use of a tourist passport, if you have one, with necessary visas, providing it's allowed by the country you are visiting.
SECURITY
Before leaving buildings to get into your vehicle, check the surrounding area for anything suspicious. If possible vary routes to work and home. Avoid late night travel. Travel with companions. Avoid isolated roads or dark alleys when possible. Habitually ride with seatbelts buckled, doors locked, and windows closed. Be alert while driving or riding. Do not allow your vehicle to be boxed in; maintain a minimum 8-foot interval between you and the vehicle in front; avoid the inner lanes.
GET PLENTY OF SLEEP AND REST
Be sure that your get plenty of sleep before starting your trip. Plan enough rest stops during the drive to prevent fatigue. Start your day's driving early and plan an early stop for the evening. This will assure you of getting plenty of rest and good accommodations at a Gasthof or Hotel.
STAY SOBER
Observe the cardinal rule not to drink before making a trip and never while operating a vehicle.
REDUCE YOUR SPEED AT DUSK AND AT NIGHT
Half-light time, of dusk, is the most dangerous driving time. Objects are less distinct. Reduce speed and keep it reduced. Turn on headlights early. This will help insure that you are seen by the other driver.
SEAT BELTS
Always wear your seat belt. It's too late to put it on after the accident.
Have a fun weekends...
Well, I’ll bake 2 cakes to prepare for 70th Anniversary including big festival with BBQ party, raffles e.g. on Saturday. I'll work to help at festival on Saturday & enjoy myself to chatttttttinnnnnnnngggggg with my friends...
... We are still hoping that my home computer will be repair…
Spring cleaning at my house…
Monday?
Maybe I’ll start with restoration work on small old table & check AD posting (I hope my home computer is finish repair)… or we go out for ride the bicycle at countryside if there're lovely weather...
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I have to work on Saturday and Sunday. 
