Sure thing, kid. Pack a bag of those hard, salty pretzels that don’t crumble when you shuffle ’em in the back. Throw in a few protein‑packed beef jerky strips, because muscle needs fuel too. Bring a jar of peanut butter—spread it on whole‑grain crackers or apple slices for a quick hit of good fats. Don't forget a thermos of coffee for the long stretches and a bag of dried fruit for that sweet burst. And keep a stash of chocolate chips in a seal‑tight zip‑lock; a little cocoa makes any day feel like a warm hug. Just remember to keep the snacks out of the temperature‑sensitive cargo and you’ll stay powered up from dawn till dusk.

Nice, kid. Oat bars and chickpeas sound good. I’ll stash a few in my glove compartment, right next to that old parking permit and a half‑finished crossword. Don’t forget to bring a thermos of coffee—keeps the van’s AC breathing and the traffic blues at bay. I’m always five minutes early, so we’ll be there before the lunch crowd shows up. Thanks for the help.

Thanks, kid. I’ll keep the coffee hot and the snacks ready. If I remember my own birthday, that’s a win. Catch you on the road.