Food on Wheels The Nutty Cruiser Rolls Out
Food companies have tried every trick in the book to get your attention, but few can beat the simple charm of a giant snack rolling down the street. It all started early in the 20th century when people dressed up cars with quirky decorations to drum up business. The most famous example came in 1936, when the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile hit the road and turned heads everywhere it went. The tradition is still alive today, and the newest edition is as nutty as they come. Blue Diamond’s Nutty Cruiser is a 20-foot-long almond on wheels, designed to spread the love for almonds across America. It even has attention. Inside, it has room for 10,000 snack packs, making it one of the tastiest vehicles on the highway. The Nutty Cruiser tours state fairs, sporting events, and festivals and draws a crowd wherever it goes. Drivers say it handles surprisingly well, thanks to its smooth, aerodynamic design — though they still get pulled over by curious police officers who just want a closer look. From hot dogs to nuts, food-shaped vehicles have a strange way of sticking around. Maybe it’s because they’re fun, a little bit ridiculous, and impossible to ignore. In a world full of billboards and pop-up ads, there’s still something special about spotting a giant almond cruising down the highway. Protect Your Loved Ones and Your Legacy WHAT TO DO AFTER A DEMENTIA DIAGNOSIS an almond cannon that will shoot small bags of almonds on tiny parachutes, just in case the giant almond wasn’t enough to grab your
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Life starts to look different after your loved one receives a dementia diagnosis. You may begin worrying about the future, wondering if your loved one will forget you or the details of your life together. Questions quickly pop into your mind. How can I ensure my spouse is taken care of if I’m no longer around? How can I help Mom? Whenever you experience a significant life change, such as a divorce or the birth of a child, you
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