Cynthia Harris Quotations

My daughter Rakehsa has never been arrested and never been in trouble with the law,

People will say, 'What's another $5 or $10,'

If it's not required to use the highest octane gas, don't do it. You're just burning money.

What we have noticed is people are traveling closer to home.

We understand the high price of gas can really put a strain on consumers. But for many families, a final summer weekend together isn't something they're willing to give up and there are ways to cut costs and still have a good trip.

We understand the high price of gas can really put a strain on consumers, ... But for many families, a final summer weekend together isnt something theyre willing to give up and there are ways to cut costs and still have a good trip.

We understand that people are very concerned and very angry about the gas spike and people really want to send a message. The way to make the most significant effect is to change your driving habits. Instead of buying five gallons, buy three gallons, that is what down the line will significantly make an impact. If 2 million people buy two gallons less a week it will have a big effect.

You hear a lot of these rumors, a lot of speculation by possibly energy trading companies that may stand to gain a profit from that. But it's really hard to say.

To really make a significant impact you need to change your driving habits and your attitude toward driving. Drive at consistent speeds, car pool. Do whatever it takes. On Sunday, don't drive. Leave the car at home. Make sure you use the vehicle. Save the SUV for the long holiday weekend. There's a lot you can do on a personal level that can change your spending habits.

Some districts have already started school, and also the record-high gas prices ... have sort of affected travel for this holiday weekend.

Definitely we can expect higher prices in the next three weeks or so.

That is the million-dollar question, ... Oil analysts from the beginning of the year have said prices are going to be very volatile for the rest of the year.

No matter what is going on at a national or international level, gas does go up this time of year.

They did it out in the public in the school where other kids came around. She (Rakesha) said they were laughing.

Gas typically is always more expensive in the summer.

Galveston bay area right now, that's in the path of Hurricane Rita, is the home to about 25 percent of refinery capacity of the United States, so there is definitely going to be an increase in gas for us as consumers. Now how much, it's hard to say.