I'm not sure why everyone is all that surprised at the higher cost of fuel. Sure it sucks but hasn't the cost of fuel in the US been artificially low for some time? Seems to me that your cost per gallon is just falling into line with what most other nations pay for their fuel (and it's still largely cheaper than what many are paying).
Can someone clear this up if I've got it wrong.
(maybe Mr. Spam-a-lot Ustwo?
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