Joe and Joan settled in for their customary morning coffee while tuning in to the radio’s weather update.

“The forecast predicts a snowfall of 3 to 5 inches today, coupled with a snow emergency declaration. Cars are to be parked on the odd-numbered street sides,” conveyed the report.

Joe’s response was a casual, “Alright, wow,” as he stood up from his coffee.

The next day found them once again gathered around their morning coffee, with the weather projection declaring, “Anticipate snow accumulation ranging from 2 to 4 inches today. A snow emergency is in effect, necessitating cars to be parked on the even-numbered street sides.”

Joe’s reaction was a nonchalant, “Okay, wow,” as he got up from his coffee.

Fast forward two days, and they were back at their coffee mugs as the weather outlook disclosed, “Expect a snowfall of 6 to 8 inches today, triggering a snow emergency. Instructions for parking your cars are as follows…” Unfortunately, the statement was cut short due to a power outage, leaving Joe without the concluding directions.

Turning to Joan, Joe inquired, “Gee, Joan, what’s the plan now?”

With a reassuring tone, Joan responded, “Oh, Joe, just go ahead and keep the car in the garage today.”