RTD

This week we are dealing with the coinciding of a busy work week and the breaking down of my car. Also thrown into the mix is the purchase of the most stupid car ever --Daniels new MANUEL Toyota Matrix. Long story short I can't drive stick. 

That leaves me one option. Take the bus. 

I was really excited to take the bus. I don't have much bus experience. After taking the bus to elementary school, I walked to middle and high school and was blessed with a car for college. I haven't ever had to rely on the public transportation system for a daily commute, though I have used it in other cities, on vacation, and the denver light rail to get downtown. My work is located on the same street that I live, except about 10 miles or so down the road. I usually take that single road to work and back in my car. Why would taking the bus be any harder? 

Things I learned about RTD:

*Just because there are 4 (particularly spread out) bus stops on the map doesn't mean those are the ONLY stops available. 

*It is okay to use any of the other 5 bus stops that are significantly closer to home. 

*It is best to have exact change.

*The use of a book or magazine would make the trip more enjoyable. 

*Bringing a large bag that carries everything is better than many bags that are hard to manage.

*When walking several blocks to the "nearest" bus stop in 20 degree weather, dry hair, a hat, and gloves are preferred.

*There is a whole world of people who get where they need to go on the bus. 

*Taking the bus means being patient, taking life a little slower, and thinking ahead.