Half way there. Today I was going to ride my bike but woke up a little late. I had a problem with the snooze button. I did however catch the bus on time and was on time to work again. I think I have been on time more now that I use public transit than when I would drive to work. I think that is a little backwards but I guess in the car, I would try to cut it too close.
The only problems I have come into with commuting is the heat. It has been super hot the last few days and the walk to the Trax Station has seem twice as far.
But on the positive side, today on the way home my wife was out visiting family by my work, so she dropped off my boy to ride the train and bus home with me. Ever since I have been riding to work he has wanted to come a long with. He had a blast. If you think riding the train or bus is boring, then find a three year old to ride with you. As the train stopped to pick us up, he yells, “All aboard.” He loved going over bridges and watching the people get on and off.
The bus ride home was just as fun. He makes the routine route seem just a little more exciting. I didn’t get to listen to my music or get on the computer but I was able to spend some time with my boy. Commuting has been getting easier.
To end the day today, I hooked up the trailer to my bike, loaded the kids, and rode down to the ball field to watch my brothers play softball. Saving trips is not all that hard if you do a little planning and you try just a little harder.
