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On busing and biohazards
This morning, Bus Nerd and I realized that our entire Saturday was wide open—no birthday parties, family events, volunteer commitments, or pressing chores (OK, some pressing chores)—so we decided to take our nerds-in-training to the Science Center for a few hours. It had been a while since we’d gone (last time was November), and I’ve […]
Bus chick preparedness, part III (or, Anatomy of a bus bag)
As I’ve mentioned before, bags are important to bus types. After footwear, a bus rider’s bag is probably the single most important accessory (equipment?) she owns. And yet, it’s been years since I’ve had one that worked well for me. Since Chicklet was born, I’ve been looking (not actively, but still) for a bag with […]
My new favorite bus rider
Last night, on a late-evening 71, I sat next to a man who was really into cigars. He was carrying a handful, which he had apparently just purchased at a nearby smoke shop. “They’re rejects,” he told me. “Maybe they’re rolled too tight or something. They normally sell for 15 bucks* a piece.” Of course, […]
How to make a bus chick angry, part II
Dear Bus Chick…
Is this seat taken? (or, What a bus chick will do for love)
Because Bus Nerd and I “met” on the bus we ride to work, our early courtship was supplemented by some infatuation-enhancing bus conversations, the kind that actually made me look forward to my commute. Pre-Bus Nerd, I relished my mornings. I loved that I didn’t have to be at work at any particular time, and […]
A bus rider’s glossary
Speaking of transit-inspired language… [Note: This post is updated regularly as new terms are added.] Bus luh, n: A bus-based interaction between two people who are attracted to each other. The interactions vary widely, but participants are always: riding on or waiting for a bus; in love, lust, or very deep like; and engaging in […]
Some bus routes I like
Seven uses for a plastic bag
1. Impromptu rain bonnet: Sometimes, after 45 minutes with the flat iron, an umbrella simply isn’t enough insurance. 2. Pants protector: There are those occasions when something should come between you and that bus stop bench. 3. Trash receptacle: You’d be surprised how many stops don’t have cans. 4. Laundry bag: See here for a […]