Author Archives: Daun Thompson

About Daun Thompson

Daun Thompson is comedienne, writer and artist residing in Dallas, Texas. Years of acting in both film and theatre have been paramount in launching Daun onto the comedy stage (incidentally, without a helmet, resulting in a nasty concussion). Being a funny girl is a full time job. A job that she hopes, one day, will come with dental benefits and a 401K. Unlike her work, she is biodegradeable, yet flame retardant. And gentle to the touch. Her goal in life??? For strangers to approach her and ask "Didn't you used to be somebody?"

TEXTING IS A TRIPLE THREAT

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Daun Thompson

Of all the distractions while driving, texting is numero uno. It happens to be the one that’s raising the greatest rage among safety researchers, industry critics, auto companies and federal and state regulators. Texting is taking lives, and that is … Continue reading →

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SLOW ON THE GO

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Daun Thompson

I am the adult child of elderly parents. My mother, who I still fondly refer to as “Old Yeller” used to drive around like a total maniac. Making certain that each one of us kids were seat belted, of course, … Continue reading →

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YOU MIGHT BE A HORRIBLE DRIVER IF…

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Daun Thompson

Someone once said “It takes 8,460 bolts to assemble an automobile, and one nut to scatter it all over the road.” You Might Be a Horrible Driver If… You exclaim, while crossing three lanes of traffic to take your exit, … Continue reading →

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UNLEASH YOUR INNER TRAPSTER

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Daun Thompson

Recently, Trapster released a list of the ten top cities for speed traps. If you’re not familiar with it, Trapster is a website as well as a smartphone app that alerts drivers to traps, hazards and other traffic issues on … Continue reading →

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YOUR SICK RIDE

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Daun Thompson

Why does my garage floor look like a Jackson Pollock painting? Swirls of lubricants and oils, yellow, red and blue. Something is leaking from somewhere and I need to get to the bottom of it before it’s too late. My … Continue reading →

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Improving Your View

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Daun Thompson

I took an evening to see a movie with a friend. There is nothing more alluring than seeing a film on the big screen. The surround sound is something you cannot get at home. Well, maybe now with the home … Continue reading →

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ROADKILL BINGO

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Daun Thompson

Roadkill Bingo. I thought it sounded like a great idea, but someone had already beat me to it. Playing a game like this on a road trip would be a refreshing change from a kid being focused on a laptop … Continue reading →

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DRIVING NAKED

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Daun Thompson

Got your attention?  This blog is not about driving naked.  But it does sound like fun, doesn’t it? Do you want to know what I had for breakfast? Froot Loops and a Dr. Pepper. That’s one great thing about being … Continue reading →

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What Happens in the HOV Stays in the HOV

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Daun Thompson

H.O.V. is an acronym for the High Occupancy Vehicle lane.  In most states, the minimum occupancy of a vehicle to legally drive in the HOV lane is two people.  You, the driver (duh), while the second party can be a child in … Continue reading →

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New Year Resolutions

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Daun Thompson

It’s a brand new year! And it’s time for a new beginning. I bet you’ve made your new year’s resolution! Mine? No speeding in 2012. No, really. And, just like your new year’s resolution, mine is destined to last until … Continue reading →

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