I wrote the following linked post a little over a year ago: Regarding Public Transportation. I didn’t think I’d ever really get a chance to try my theory. However, I now live in Los Angeles(the #1 worst place to commute according to the Weather channel) and I ride a bus to work most days. I have found that I indeed have given up the benefits of personal transport for the greater rewards of public transportation! I have driven myself to work a few times. It saves a few minutes, but ultimately wastes time: I can read or concentrate on an audio book when I’m on the bus–in the car I usually just listen to music. (I’ve even taken a nap on the bus.) And I’ve indeed had some good conversations on the bus–it is by far the better way to go!
