Does anyone understand the undertaking when a person yells "Shotgun!"? It doesn't only mean you are able to ride on the front passenger side. Oh no.
Expectations for Co-Pilot Position:
1) Co-pilot is in charge of directions. Have a map, smartphone ready when driver says "Wait, I'm looking for Spartan Ave right?".
2) Co-pilot is to be ready for any command from the driver. For example: Driver," I'm kind of getting hungry." Co-pilot either a) has a granola bar at the ready or b) has a list of near-by restaurants and which will take the shortest amount of time in alphabetical order. OR Driver, " Uh oh, I think I'm going to sna...sna..." Co-pilot: At the ready with tissue in time for the sneeze with a great smelling anti-bacterial gel for clean hands afterward.
3) Keen ears are a must for any co-pilot. When the driver receives a text message, you are to text the texter back via whatever the driver says. Improv is not recommended.
4) Co-pilot is a supporter. "What an idiot! He totally did cut you off! What Jerk-wad." (insert appropriate foul names as severity of driving offense by other car), "Don't worry we are making great time!", "I know you're tired but we're almost there!"
Things A Person Can Do to Never Be a Co-pilot Again:
1) Fall asleep while in the co-pilot seat.
2) Mess with the driver's radio/critique driver's station choice.
3) Ask the driver if he or she thinks you both are heading in the right direction.
4) Become lost due to co-pilots 'directions'
5) The person in the back seat is more helpful than the co-pilot.
It's a big responsibility. Think before yelling shotgun.
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