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Posted by TexasChic on September 3, 2007, at 21:05:22
(Anyone heard of the Ford Focus ignition problem? Its all over the internet).
I know it sounds stupid, but I've never rode the bus before! Its just knowing that when I get to work I won't have a car to drive myself home whenever I want. It just feels so up in the air. The thing is, my car MIGHT be okay to drive, but theres no way of knowing if I'll be able to start it to drive home. So that's just as up in the air, but for some reason I'm more scared of riding the bus! Ugggg! I hate any change to my routine, it stresses me out so bad! So we'll see what happens. If I chicken out of riding the bus, I might try my car, which may get me there, but may not get me back.
-T
Posted by MidnightBlue on September 3, 2007, at 21:29:22
In reply to Car trouble-scared to ride the bus tomorrow!, posted by TexasChic on September 3, 2007, at 21:05:22
So get some cute guy at work to give you a ride home if your car won't start.
MB
Posted by TexasChic on September 3, 2007, at 21:32:48
In reply to Re: Car trouble-scared to ride the bus tomorrow! » TexasChic, posted by MidnightBlue on September 3, 2007, at 21:29:22
Heh, heh! Good idea!
-T
Posted by Phillipa on September 3, 2007, at 22:38:23
In reply to Re: Car trouble-scared to ride the bus tomorrow! » MidnightBlue, posted by TexasChic on September 3, 2007, at 21:32:48
Another one already? Wow you move fast!!!!Phillipa
Posted by Dinah on September 4, 2007, at 7:40:49
In reply to Car trouble-scared to ride the bus tomorrow!, posted by TexasChic on September 3, 2007, at 21:05:22
Has it been giving you trouble so far? When can your dealership do the recall work?
Posted by texaschic on September 4, 2007, at 12:54:48
In reply to Re: Car trouble-scared to ride the bus tomorrow! » TexasChic, posted by Dinah on September 4, 2007, at 7:40:49
They aren't doing a recall, that's the problem. They say its not a safety hazard so they don't have to (when I was stranded at 11:00pm it sure felt like a safety hazard to me!). That's why its all over the internet, people are all outraged about it because its SO common and they won't do a recall.
I drove it to work today, but I really need to get over this fear of the bus. Especially since it would probably be better the less I use my car until I get it fixed. Otherwise it may lock up and I won't be able to drive it to my friend's house across town. Her boyfriend is going to fix it for $300 cheaper than the dealership.
-T
Posted by Meri-Tuuli on September 5, 2007, at 1:52:44
In reply to Re: Car trouble-scared to ride the bus tomorrow! » Dinah, posted by texaschic on September 4, 2007, at 12:54:48
Hey!
Wow, I don't think I've ever met (or heard of) anyone never having taken the bus before. Anyway I can't/won't/don't drive/have a car, so I take the bus all the time! Actually, I usually cycle, but sometimes the distances are just too far, or the weather abit too difficult to cycle in. Anyway!
Bus riding -- its really great, I love watching all the different people, the feeling of being part of a community - I always think that people get lonely sitting in their cars all the time by themselves - and its just a nice experience, IMHO.
But then, I live in Europe, and I get the impression that public transport isn't so popular in the USA as it is here (although NYC and Boston and others seem to have good transport systems. But I don't really know). Anyway. I like it alot! And, also, it is my main mode of transportation besides cycling. Now, don't get me started on the joys of cycling everywhere! Since, I've started that, I've dropped 15lbs, and all I do is stuff myself! Anyway.
So. I love riding the bus! Its nothing to be scared of! Get on, pay your fare, select a seat (which is ooooo such a decision! The teenagers usually hang out the back, the older ladies sit up front. I'd suggest somewhere in the mid section).
Anyway don't American's ride that yellow bus thing to school?? I thought all kids took that yellow bus. Or so films/TV shows etc suggest.
Happy bus riding!
Meri
Although you might find taking the bus a hassle at first, it soon becomes second nature. And just think of the enviromnental brownie points you'll earn....
Its nothing to be scared of. Just remember to press the buzzer to stop the bus in plenty of time for your stop (or I don't know how it works in the US). And make sure you have the correct fare in coins...some buses don't give change...they don't it much when you present a 50euro bill to them! Check out the bus company website too (if such a thing exisits).
Its just fear of the unfamiliar..... go do it! You'll have a great time! I love bus riding! Although I think my all time favourite is train riding......I find it quite relaxing. I once took the train from London, England to Lisbon, Portugal all by myself. It went through Paris, and the Spain.... and took a couple of days.
Posted by TexasChic on September 5, 2007, at 21:48:08
In reply to Re: Car trouble-scared to ride the bus tomorrow!, posted by Meri-Tuuli on September 5, 2007, at 1:52:44
Well, I did ride the bus to school, but I don't think of it as quite the same thing. But it is like you said, fear of the unfamiliar. I just feel like all day long I would be thinking about how I have to ride the bus home and what if something happens and I miss it??? Weirdly enough, I don't worry about how my car might not start, because I can always take the bus! I never said my fear was logical!
Luckily, my car has been starting fairly easy. And I have the alternative of the bus if it just won't start. I just won't drive it anywhere except work until its fixed. If it doesn't start at work its always safe in the company parking garage.
-T
Posted by TexasChic on September 5, 2007, at 21:51:03
In reply to Re: Car trouble-scared to ride the bus tomorrow! » TexasChic, posted by Phillipa on September 3, 2007, at 22:38:23
Do you mean because I knocked mirror off? Well this time wasn't my fault I swear!!!
-T
Posted by Phillipa on September 5, 2007, at 22:09:15
In reply to Re: Car trouble-scared to ride the bus tomorrow! » Phillipa, posted by TexasChic on September 5, 2007, at 21:51:03
No cute boy!!!!!Phillipa
Posted by Meri-Tuuli on September 6, 2007, at 6:35:48
In reply to Re: Car trouble-scared to ride the bus tomorrow! » Meri-Tuuli, posted by TexasChic on September 5, 2007, at 21:48:08
Hey!
Well, I've missed lots of buses.....you just catch the next one! that being said, the next one around here is usually just 15mins after the one I've supposed to have got. But if its a long wait and its dark, you're out in an unfamilar area etc, then I'd just walk to someplace lit and friendly, like a supermarket/cafe/bus station waiting area thing and wait it out there. Or I have been known to just call a cab as well. So. There are plently of options if you do miss it...and of course, you can always show up at the bus stop 5mins before its due to leave!
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