By the way, with the exception of the War of 1812, avoiding stupid quarrels with powerful countries was one of the smartest things that the United States did in its rise to superpower status.
My new job comes with some great perks: the fact that I'm three miles and a short bike ride away; I can come home for lunch and see the dog; I have steady hours and a steady paycheck.
Warm their car up for them: If chilly weather makes your car parked outside too cold, you could go out there and brave the cold to start the car for them (and if it snowed, even clear it off for them!