Took the Bus
Well, there is one good thing about having this cruddy purple rental car - I won’t drive it. I took the bus to work today. It actually worked out well - I got to work about 10 to 15 minutes later than normal. I wish the buses had cup holders for my coffee - that way I could enjoy my morning beverage and read a bit on the way to work.
In the past when I took the bus I was annoyed coming home since the bus was always 10 to 15 minutes late. More frustrating was the fact that there were 3 to 4 other buses heading to West Seattle that didn’t go near my house, or so I thought. As it turns out the 22 goes down California and stops at the bottom of the hill (a quick 10 minute walk away). I could also take the 116 to Morgan Junction and have Steph pick me up. I like these options so I’m not stuck waiting for one particular bus.
Ideally I would like to drive less. I did take the Elliot Bay Water Taxi on Monday, however, that still requires that I drive to the water taxi. Plus, it usually increases my commute by 45 to 60 minutes. I mainly do this for the adventure of taking a boat ride during my commute.
Don’t get me wrong - I’m still pissed at the buses for running red lights. I saw one go through a red light late last week. I can’t wait for the day I see a police officer pull a bus over.