It seems like I've spent years searching for "the one." I've asked all my friends for their advice. I've searched online. This may seem shocking--it was to Brian--I've even tried about six different ones (some borrowed, some bought) all at the same time...only to find "the one" does not exist!
However, this one (our "American scenario" below ) comes close. Yes, we're talking strollers (not men). But as much as I talked about making a decision about a double stroller, you'd think it was as important as finding my soul mate. (Which, BTW, wasn't half as hard. When it's right, it's right!)
I can't say I found the Joovy Ultralight myself, since I know several people who have it. But I weighed all the options (and I mean all) and finally decided this one would save me a lot of time and trouble. Sydney likes sitting on her seat and even asks to wear the seatbelt, I'll admit, because one time I dumped her out at my feet when she didn't have it on and we lurched forward. Miranda's as happy as can be in her car seat looking at me, but I'm looking forward to the less bulky day she can sit up enough to ride around in the front seat without her car seat.
So, this is "the one"...if we lived in the States. But we sort of live "in America" when on base and then, when off base, in Japan, which is very crowded especially when taking public transportation. So, a step up from an umbrella stroller, my Combi maneuvers well through crowds, has a sun shade and is extremely lightweight should we need to haul it up and down subway steps.
So, there is not one. There are in fact two perfect strollers for our mobile family.
Our "American" Scenario
Our "Japanese" Scenerio
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