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Trying the Trolley - Day 5

Day 5

My fifth and final day of trolley-riding brings my week without wheels to an end.  Looking back on the difference one possession can make just goes to show how much I never realized the role transportation and convenience plays into my life and hectic schedule.  This morning, the trolley-ride went smoother than ever, getting me to work in time to research some story ideas and make the morning meeting.  I said thank you and good-bye to the driver for the final time this week, but I’m not sure it’s the last we’ll see each other.  Doing some math, I found out just how much someone can save using public transportation.  For me, a month of trolley-ing to work and back could save about $60.

This past week has not only tested the trolley system, but my own ability to adjust to a different lifestyle and make some compromises in my schedule.  I feel successful in finally mastering the timing in order to get to work and run errands.  It’s good to know people don’t have to rely solely on personal vehicles and gives a sense of satisfaction to relieve yourself of a dependence.  Cars are something many of us take for granted.  On the other hand, I’ll be very glad to get back behind the wheel.

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