DMV says mother’s custom license plates are inappropriate after 15 years.
Wendy Auger, a cheerful mother of four from Rochester, New Hampshire, got a big surprise when the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) told her she had to give up her custom license plate—one she had proudly displayed for 15 years.
This plate wasn’t just metal and letters to Wendy. It was a quirky little message for her kids, something they laughed at over the years.
The message on her plate read ‘PB4WEGO’. If you sound it out, it says, ‘pee before we go.’ It was a funny reminder to her children to use the restroom before they got in the car. Wendy explained that this phrase was part of everyday family life and something every parent has probably said.
So, when the DMV claimed that her plate was inappropriate and hinted that it referred to something offensive, Wendy couldn’t believe it. She said it was ridiculous to think that her message was harmful. She wasn’t trying to be political or offensive—she was just being a fun, responsible mom.
The DMV said that her license plate broke a rule about not referencing anything related to bodily functions. They gave her 10 days to hand it over and offered her a new plate for free. But Wendy wasn’t having it. She loved that plate. It made people smile. And it reminded her of road trips, laughter, and being a mom.
Wendy posted about the situation on Facebook, including a photo of her plate and the letter from the DMV. The internet quickly took her side. People commented saying it was silly to take the plate away. Some thought it was hilarious. Others were confused about why it was suddenly a problem after 15 years.
Wendy, always with a sense of humor, joked that her next plate might read ‘DMV SUX’—though she laughed, admitting that might get her pulled over. Still, she wasn’t afraid to speak out. The situation, though frustrating, showed how one little plate had made its way into her family’s identity.
And then something amazing happened. New Hampshire’s Governor, Chris Sununu, heard about the story. He called Wendy himself to let her know that the decision had been reversed. She could keep her plate! He said common sense had finally won, and he was sorry for all the trouble caused.
Wendy later posted a happy update online, celebrating her small but meaningful victory.
She wrote proudly, ‘This sassy momma has her plates!!!’ Her friends and supporters cheered her on. To Wendy, it wasn’t just about a license plate—it was about standing up for something simple and honest. A part of family life that deserved to stay.
Have you ever seen a funny or clever license plate?
Wendy’s story reminds us that sometimes a good laugh—and a little common sense—goes a long way.
Share your favorite plate or what you think about Wendy’s in the comments below!
