Wendy Auger has proudly shown off her vanity plate, “PB4WEGO,” for fifteen years. But recently, the state of New Hampshire decided it was “inappropriate,” leaving Wendy confused and annoyed.
Wendy pleaded with the New Hampshire Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to let her keep her plate, but they refused, calling the plate’s message offensive. For Wendy, her car has always been a way to express herself and bring smiles to people’s faces.
Wendy argues that the state’s decision violates her right to free expression. “Saying ‘pee before we go’ is just simple parental advice,” she explained, “It’s not offensive at all.” She believes the DMV’s ruling is an unnecessary infringement on her rights.
Getting the “PB4WEGO” plate was a big deal for Wendy. She had eagerly waited for New Hampshire to increase the character limit on vanity plates from six to seven. When she finally got her plate, it felt like a small victory. Now, that joy is slipping away.
The state justifies its decision based on specific laws about vanity plates. They claim Wendy’s plate violates rules set in compliance with a previous court ruling. But is it fair to make Wendy give up something that has become a part of her identity?
Is Wendy really ready to part with her beloved vanity plate? As she fights to keep it, she hopes the authorities will reconsider and see the innocence in her message.
“I just want them to understand it’s a harmless joke,” Wendy said. “It’s who I am.”
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I thought it was Pray Before We Go