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\"\"<\/a>We knew this day was coming for a long time, but it’s finally here. About a month ago we leased a Honda Odyssey mini van. Brenda’s car is over 10 years old now, and while still in OK shape does not have a bright future. Also, more and more I do jobs that require me to rent a van to haul the equipment around in, so no need to do that anymore.<\/p>\n

And besides, other than a mini-van, what other vehicle can carry more then 2 kids?<\/p>\n

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We knew this day was coming for a long time, but it’s finally here. About a month ago we leased a Honda Odyssey mini van. Brenda’s car is over 10 years old now, and while still in OK shape does not have a bright future. 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