Friday, October 23, 2009

The Concept Car of My Future

Dennis LeRoy Anderson, a 62 year old Minnesota man, pleaded guilty to driving his motorized La-Z-Boy chair while intoxicated. Apparently, he had 8 or 9 beers at a bar and then drove this bad boy home.
No, he shouldn't have driven while intoxicated, especially since he hit a parked car, but let's get over these criminal actions and focus on what is important.

You can drive a La-Z-Boy? Oh sweet nectar of life, this may be the answer to all of my problems.

Not since Bed Knobs and Broomsticks has anyone dared to solve the age-old question of why we don't travel in complete relaxation mode.Oh, sure. Some of these fancy new automobiles have luxury features. DVD players galore. Fancy features that allow the car to park itself. But I ask you, do they come with an elevating foot rest?

Imagine the possibilities. Waiting in that horrible school pick-up line. All the other mothers tucked away in their matching minivans. Not you. No. You are kicked back in your recliner, shades on, enjoying the afternoon. Trusty beverage in the singular built in cup holder. Now that's living.Appointments and errands? You'd just stay in the chair. Drive that puppy right into the waiting room of the office. No more hard, straight backed waiting room chairs for you. And shopping. I'm pretty sure the aisles at Target are wide enough to accommodate your standard sized La-Z-Boy.
Yes sir. While I don't condone Mr. Anderson's drinking and driving habit, I have to tip my hat to this man and his ingenuity. I'm thinking if Detroit is smart, this could be the concept that pulls them out of the slump they are in.

I'm already planning how to accessorize mine.

95 comments:

Carolyn said...

I needed a smile this morning!!! Thank you.

Seriously, I grew up watching that movie and dreaming that someday I'd have a flying bed.

Cairo Typ0 said...

I had better not let my husband see this post or he'll be ordering one for himself. LOL

Angie Ledbetter said...

Reminds me of the time George Jones went on a bender, so his wife hid all the car keys. Didn't stop him either -- he just drove his Snapper down to the local watering hole. :)

The Good Cook said...

I am placing my order now. Where do I sign up???

mo.stoneskin said...

Incredible. I now have a life plan...

Although the elderly in those buggies are dangerous enough as it is. The other day a granny drove straight off the pavement into the path of my mate's car, fortunately all were ok.

The Mom said...

Sweeeeeeeet! I totally want one! LOL

Lara said...

Ingenious!

And I love Bedknobs and Broomsticks!

Morgan said...

Bedknobs & Broomsticks... how I loved that movie... *insert nostalgia*

staceyjwarner said...

Real life is always better than fiction.

much love

Secretia said...

Like Stacey said, the true stuff is the most amazing!

Secretia

ladyfi said...

Love it! Bedknobs and Broomsticks was my fave film as a kid - and I still secretly want to travel in a bed, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, or even on a flying carpet.

tinahead81 said...

lmao! how cool would that be?! although, i'm getting a picture in my head from Wall-E...of all the people on the space ship that ride around in chairs instead of walking...hmmm, i'm reconsidering the whole moterized chair thing now...darn reality!! tee hee!

Under the Influence said...

Awesome!

I'm all over the leopard print. Or maybe a super soft leather.

Kaylynn said...

Only a southerner would want to pick up their kid in a lazy boy. I think I would want something much warmer to protect me from the elements in the north country. Cute post!

Anna See said...

Stylish and comfy all at the same time?

Lone Star Queen said...

Dang, where do you get those??

Rachel@just another day in paradise said...

there once was a man in Arkansas who got a DWI while riding a horse. seriously. [hangs head in shame over sharing embarrassing local story]

Vodka Logic said...

Now if it could just drive me while I snoozed it would be perfect

Barbaloot said...

That is amazing! I'd love to cruise around on a lay-z-boy. And also, props for the Bedknobs and Broomsticks reference! Totally unexpected:)

Janet said...

I love the leopard print one! My only concern is that the ride would be a bit breezy. I think it needs a windshield.

Erin, Nick and Merrick said...

I would totally be 300 pounds if I had this!

Kristina P. said...

This. Is. Awesome. This is just what I need for my New Year's Resolution to get as little exercise as possible.

Michelle said...

Thanks for starting my day with a great laugh.

Brooke said...

you might be a redneck if...

Sandra Leigh said...

Think of it. The luxury model could have a heater -- and a massage function. Oooooooooooh.

Frances said...

Too funny!

Fragrant Liar said...

I am all about the recliner. If I had one on wheels -- and a DVD player -- I'd be in HEAVEN!

Pricilla said...

I'm still laughing.

Can you see it?

The highway full of lazyboys...instead of how it is now.

Full of lazy boys.

heh heh

Stereos and Souffles said...

I loved this story! So funny!

Matty said...

Now there's a concept if ever I saw one. Your imagination is on fire. Great article....very entertaining.

On a side note, I did see once where a man was arrested for DUI while driving his lawn tractor down the road. Not very comfy, but it was getting him to where he was going.

The Dental Maven said...

Ooh la la! What kinda mpg d'you suppose he's gettin?

Mwa said...

Oh yeah! With a beer and a pretty boy on the armrest.

Secret Mom Thoughts said...

Awesome. I'd love one of these.

autumnesf said...

But...where do you PUT the kids when you pick them up? I'm not SHARING my lazyboy seat. Can we tuck them up under the foot rest do you think? Gotta think about that....

Myrnie said...

Sheer brilliance :) (Plus, it only seats one...I'd have to do my shopping ALONE!) :)

jewelryandgiftsbyrebecca said...

Hey, that's got to be better than flying around in a saucer shaped hot air balloon... right???

K said...

I knew a guy who got a DUI while riding a bike in college. Glad to know that lazy boys are also an option.

shortmama said...

ooooooooo I want mine in zebra print, with a cupholder big enough for my extra big coffee cup, and a laptop table, and a loud horn, and a throw blanket, and a comfy pillow, and nap drive mode...

Christine said...

I really need me one of them.....!

Hope you had a great summer! Been busy and a little over whelmed in my little world. Have a great day and it is fun reading your blogs here again...lol You really crack me up!

L.T. Elliot said...

I have a sudden urge to nap. Maybe in Kristina's snuggie. ;)

Alicia said...

i saw this and though GENIUS! this guy's really on to something!! i can't wait to see what awesome upholstery you pick!

Jill said...

OH YEAH baby I need one of those bad boys for the pick up line at school!!!! GET RID OF THE MINI VAN!! I can pull a set of MINI LaZboys behind mine to accomodate the kiddos!

sitting on the mood swing at the playground said...

So much more comfortable than the guy who drove a bar stool.

Mother Mayhem said...

I would have to have a side car for Emily. LOL

Sharon said...

can I get one with snow tires? If yes, sign me up!

The Things We Carried said...

You really crack me up :)!

sheila said...

I loved bedknobs and broomsticks too. And shit, if I could drive my recliner? OMG, I'm getting tingly just thinking of it.

Kaleena said...

So where can i go to get me one of those?

Jeanne said...

Would that be cool or what????

AmberRay said...

Very funny! You might be a Redneck............ if your Lazy Boy is motor powered :)

♥ Boomer ♥ said...

Makes ya wanna go "Hmmmmmmmmm....."

Kim said...

I shared this one with the hubby and we both got a good laugh! If Detroit builds them, we would buy them! lol

MoziEsmé said...

Make me one, too! I could so use one on my way to work every day...

Laoch of Chicago said...

Very amusing.

wendy said...

That is so funny. They should have a contest for the best looking motorized lazy boy vehicle.
Now that's traveling in style and COMFORT

Kathy B! said...

I'm torn between the flying bed and one of those bad-boy chairs. Tough choices today...

Caroline said...

Ha ha - what fun! Love that last animal print one!

Melissa said...

What fun times! lovin your blog.

BoufMom9 said...

OMGOSH! Thanks for the giggles late this evening (or early this morning...)

I can just imagine seeing someone rolling through the aisles in Target....LOL

Tammy Howard said...

My daughter and I were just talking about this! We were thinking more like a 'night bus' - but this would work. Veering frighteningly into Wall-E territory, though...

Debbie said...

Thanks for the laugh! If my husband sees this, he won't quit until he has a chair of his own!

Smart Mouth Broad said...

What an absolutely brilliant idea. Thanks for bringing this to my attention. This will make our Beverly Hillbilly roadtrips so much more comfy. I'll be watching for this to come down the pike.

Christina Lee said...

hahahaha totally crazy, right? or maybe crazy good...

Jill of All Trades said...

That was GREAT. Made me giggle. Thanks

Mandy's Life After 30 said...

I love it! You could start a lazyboy derby too! :-) Why should NASCAR get all the attention? Maybe BlogHer could sponsor the side of your lazy chair too! ;-)

Molly said...

I love the cupholders!

re: your comment on my blog about daily mass...I don't right now. My two aunts go every day, that's something I aspire to once my kids get a bit older.

Joanna Jenkins said...

That last photo is priceless! I wonder if there's a "Cash for Lay-z-Boys" program in the works :-)
xo

smiles4u said...

Too funny! And of course he would have to be from Minnesota...lol. I could so see someone going down the street in something like this in my rural Minnesota town.

Debra W said...

It's definitely all about the accessories!

Happy Saturday!
Hugs,
Debbie

mommyknows said...

Too funny!

I'd like to get one for 'brokebutstilldrinking'.

Aunt LoLo said...

Oooh...I gotta get me one of these!!

KK said...

Oh my, this is a fabulous idea!!

Shraddha@theselfloveproject said...

lol..i want one too..

Life with Kaishon said...

I must order one today! : ) It's about time! I think it will make my hour long to Philadelphia in the mornings a BREEZE! I just wonder if I will be able to go 55 miles per hour...

SonyaAnn said...

I'm wondering if we couldn't convert my bed!

Bethany said...

Ohhhh my gosh I love it!! Driving a LaZBoy would be awesome!

Mama Zen said...

Oh, how I need one of those!

Angie Muresan said...

Don't remember the last time I read or saw something so funny! Thank you!

Yaya said...

Oh. My Gosh. That's hilarious!

Sodermoto said...

If that guy needs help with his legal bills he should start taking orders... it sounds like there is a definite need for his invention!

THE ACTORS DIET said...

um... excuse me?! awesome.

Summer said...

Oh yes, that last one...that is sooooo mine.

I freaking die, In Love!

Barry said...

If we motorized my Lazy boy I'd never get any exercise.

Ever.

Under any circumstances.

Eddie Bluelights said...

Great concept but I'd probably fall asleep in the chair!!! LOL

Elizabeth Mahlou said...

What happens when it rains?

Heather of the EO said...

Here I am in Minnesota and I didn't even hear about this!

Yes, drunkard on motorized chair aside, what a brilliant idea! :)

Anti-Supermom said...

Leave it to a Minnesotan to create this awesome 'dream mobile'.

We are clever folk up here!

bookjourney said...

Oh man.... its times like these I am not so proud to be from Minnesota....LOL

I think it was my cousin... just kidding :)

Great post!

Kris said...

These things are so funny. There's a local festival around here where I saw a motorized loveseat and a motorized barstool. Craziness!

the ungourmet said...

You are such a hoot! Our Lazy Boy is looking a bit tattered. I think it's about time to invest in a newer
model(one with a motor this time!!) Yee-Haw!

anymommy said...

So where can I get one? And does the leopard print come in pink?

Sandra Berlinski said...

Totally awesome, I could use one of these and a portable toilet would be a bonus.

mama-face said...

Who ARE these people?

bahaha...funny funny people.

Bridgett said...

Okay, imagining you (which is sort of hard since I have no idea what you look like...LOL), driving around a La-Z-Boy recliner is cracking me up. :)

lisleman said...

good post - I thought like you, DUI/DWI = bad thing
but
driving a lazy boy = cool