My inspiration for this post came from my dear, longtime blogging friend, Debbie @ Musings by an ND Domer's Mom, who is not only a gifted...
One of the most glorious and memorial days of my life was ten years ago, when I realized I would no longer need a car moving back to a city.
ALLELUIA!
You see, I’m one of those people who LOVES not having a car, therefore living in a city with public transportation at my fingertips is perfect for someone like me.
I’ve never been a car person.
Most people feel as though a car gives them more freedom (even here in the city). But to me a car is like a monkey on my back, with maintenance, insurance, parking, and periodic repairs which NEVER seem to be covered under the warranty.
Yes, living in a city does have its expenses, although it evens itself out by not having a car. It’s a trade-off. Yet, I still feel like I save more money by not having a car. And if I do occasionally travel somewhere way outside the city limits, there is always the option of renting a car for the day.
Most of the time I simply walk all over town. But, sometimes I do use the transit system.
My favorite mode of public transportation is the subway. I don’t normally use the bus because I find that I can walk much faster. A bus is constantly stopping for either a pickup or a traffic jam.
Stop, start. Stop, start. Stop, start.
A subway moves fast. And I enjoy its clickety-clack sound and swaying movement. To me, it’s very relaxing. Like a train.
The only time a subway can be uncomfortable is during the summer. The subway stations are not air conditioned, however the subway cars are. So yes, you can get a bit sweaty while waiting on the platform through the months of July and August.
Many people here in Philadelphia don’t like riding the subway because it means going underground, and that frightens them. But as I see it, your chances of getting mugged on the street are far greater than underground because there are usually more police patrolling the subways than the streets. Ironically, I enjoy descending underground; walking through the maze of twisty tunnels. I kinda feel like the Phantom Of The Opera.
Subways have never frightened me.
On the contrary, subway travel is such a unique human experience. There you are, up close and personal; sometimes seeing the most shocking and inescapable sights.
I could write a whole book on some of the things I've seen while riding a subway.
I remember one time being on a NYC subway and sitting across from a woman who had obviously passed out from too much alcohol or crack consumption. She was sprawled face up on one of the seats. Her legs were spread eagle while wearing a dress. At one point I looked over and noticed she wasn’t wearing any underwear.
Ooops!
It gave a whole new meaning to Busch Gardens.
Call me weird, but ADORE subways.
They’re fast, efficient, and yup, sometimes even a little bazaar.
But hey, that’s why I love city life.....I AM bazaar.
So, if you’re ever in Philadelphia for a visit, I'll treat you to a ride on the subway.
Just make sure you have your underwear on.
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