Here are a few things I learned while towing a large trailer from Orange County to Los Angeles. When taken out of context, they can also be construed as charming life lessons.

1. It’s easier to move forward than to back up.
2. When turning in a new direction, let others know and don’t move too fast.
3. Momentum is your friend.
4. Plan a route with as few turns as possible.
5. If you’re in a tight spot, ask others to help guide you out.
6. You need a #10 wrench for the bolt where you attach the grounding wire of the 4-plug to 7-plug adapter.

If you can find the metaphor for that last one, let me know.