Real Life Learning Opportunities

As homeschoolers we're always using life experiences to enhance our children's education.  So imagine how happy I was to stumble upon a new opportunity.  It was completely unplanned and allowed my children to use not only their problem solving skills, but also a bit of physical science and geometry.     I locked my keys in the van!  Leaving the back two windows opened just a crack allowed for some hope of unlocking it without calling the garage.  They tried broom handles, sticks, clothes hangers and even a dog leash, while trying to figure angles and force.  But, alas, we were not meant to be car theives and had to call the garage.  God sent over a wonderful man who was willing to do it for free.  We paid him, but it was much less than I thought it would be.  I really don't want that learning opportunity again.