tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post4586178024390629243..comments2024-03-27T22:57:59.870+00:00Comments on klahanie: Back On The Bus.klahaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-45328704225914570562010-10-14T22:39:54.957+00:002010-10-14T22:39:54.957+00:00Hi Sam,
Thanks a lot eh for commenting on this arc...Hi Sam,<br />Thanks a lot eh for commenting on this archived posting.<br />I'm thinking about going back on a bus just to have such a photo opportunity with another one of them thar 'seat-hoarders'(er dear old lady) aka 'Old Rage Pensioner'. Should be great fun after I get out of the prison cell and upload my photos. <br />In the mean time, I believe that there has been a request for me to take a fascinating photo of a genuine British radiator. Gosh! ehklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-33951032468545748512010-10-14T22:25:48.332+00:002010-10-14T22:25:48.332+00:00I have now read both "Off the Buses" and...I have now read both "Off the Buses" and "Back on the Bus" and I urge you to stay "Off the Bus" Gary- as it sounds like a total and utter nightmare from hell. Also if you do get back on a bus at some point and decide that you are in fact going to smash the seat-hoarder (er dear old lady) on the head with her own groceries and seat-hoarder (I mean dear old lady) does end up with egg yolk running down her face-please remember to snap a photo and post it as I think it would be extraordinarily funny.Samhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00750100345454819897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-78780198565821970862010-08-21T22:44:26.493+00:002010-08-21T22:44:26.493+00:00Hi Roger,
Very nice to have you visit my site. Th...Hi Roger,<br />Very nice to have you visit my site. Thanks for that.<br />Wish you well with the joys of public transport in San Francisco. You never know, perhaps things are a little more friendly on Cable Cars. I once rode 'BART' but that's another story :-)<br />Wishing you peace, my friend.<br />With respect, Gary.klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-30457189948675662202010-08-20T06:59:01.464+00:002010-08-20T06:59:01.464+00:00Hi Gary,
These are the experiences that make one ...Hi Gary,<br /><br />These are the experiences that make one enjoy solitude. Yanks in my part of the country don't have the option of riding the bus often. <br /><br />I am headed to San Francisco this weekend where these sorts of things are normal. I'll drive for five hours just to park the car for a few days to experience the bliss of standing in the isle holding on for dear life for fear of being thrown through the windshield as the driver gently slams the brakes with both feet at each stop.<br /><br />Thank you for the chuckle and for the inspiration you provide. <br /><br />Namaste my friend,<br />RogerThe Buddhist Conservativehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17781493637726411401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-32862962379261992292010-08-19T23:35:22.791+00:002010-08-19T23:35:22.791+00:00Hello bazza,
Sorry I have been unable to comment b...Hello bazza,<br />Sorry I have been unable to comment back sooner. I was away for a few days and stayed clear of using a computer.<br />It is a shame to realise your previous attempt at commenting has vanished into the internet ether. I appreciate you coming back to say 'hello'. Your good friend has indeed bestowed us with another one of his fine responses. I think that makes the world a better place.<br />Cheers bazza. With respect and good wishes, Gary.klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-38359331826558176932010-08-19T23:29:34.036+00:002010-08-19T23:29:34.036+00:00Hi askcherlock,
I'm sorry to note that your ri...Hi askcherlock,<br />I'm sorry to note that your rides on public transport have not exactly been a fun time, either.<br />Like you, the rudeness and selfish attitude I have been subjected too, has made me want to go out and give my car another big hug. Do I really care about the strange looks from my neighbours? Do I heck:-)<br />Thanks. With respect, Gary.klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-80558486171418951152010-08-19T23:18:35.190+00:002010-08-19T23:18:35.190+00:00Hi The Wolf,
What a charming and inspirational exp...Hi The Wolf,<br />What a charming and inspirational experience you had on the bus. I've heard some similar stories about the wonder of travelling on SkyTrain.<br />The blender does seem like more fun than the bus and the lovely folks that ride on it.<br />Thanks Wolf. Kind wishes, Gary.klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-21993347666099315442010-08-19T23:13:51.431+00:002010-08-19T23:13:51.431+00:00Hello THE SNEE,
Perhaps we should have an internat...Hello THE SNEE,<br />Perhaps we should have an international 'hug your car' day.<br />I think my car was very sad when I ventured off on the 'big bad bus'. I think I detected 'tear drops' running down the headlights.<br />Give your car a hug for me and I hope that you might one day have some semblance of decent local public transport.<br />Kind wishes, Gary :-)klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-67653421449942591592010-08-19T23:08:05.970+00:002010-08-19T23:08:05.970+00:00Dear David,
Yes indeed. To think I was only tryin...Dear David,<br />Yes indeed. To think I was only trying to do my part in saving our planet.<br />I now clearly realise why it was so good to purchase another car and visit you over yonder in the 'wilds' of Stoke on Trent.<br />Thanks David. Hope to talk to you soon. With good wishes, Gary.klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-12476144066808792452010-08-19T23:04:23.087+00:002010-08-19T23:04:23.087+00:00Hi bluzdude,
I've always considered it most an...Hi bluzdude,<br />I've always considered it most annoying and selfish that someone would think their bag has priority over someone who has the 'audacity' to want to actually sit down.<br />I wonder if the bag purchased a ticket?<br />Thank you and happy travels.<br />Kind regards, Gary.klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-44660056222200519662010-08-17T08:12:27.549+00:002010-08-17T08:12:27.549+00:00Hi Gary, I have just noticed that the comment I (t...Hi Gary, I have just noticed that the comment I (thought) I had made earlier isn't here. Can't actually remember what I said but nevermind I just popped in to say hello.<br />Anyway, I notice that my nemesis has been here first!bazzahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14794010156639774028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-21777494241438366472010-08-16T19:30:17.240+00:002010-08-16T19:30:17.240+00:00I used to ride a bus to work, but often feared I w...I used to ride a bus to work, but often feared I would killed by one of the drivers who liked to take the turns by careening the bus at an angle. From that time on, I drove or car-pooled. Being on a bus is a bad way to start, never mind end, your day. The rudeness of people, such as you experienced, was another fine reason for kissing my own car, filling her with gas and driving myself!Cher Duncombehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00070334939399949702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-12210658960769854522010-08-16T01:12:49.169+00:002010-08-16T01:12:49.169+00:00The last time I rode a bus I had to share a seat w...The last time I rode a bus I had to share a seat with some guy who was coming off a heroine high and pissed himself.........it was such a wonderful day, and such a charecter building experience.That's why I'd rather stick my hand in a blender full of salt then ride on a bus again.The Wolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16981040032775221788noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-19812779557447431772010-08-15T23:17:23.047+00:002010-08-15T23:17:23.047+00:00Hi Gary,
I'm glad that you took the time to h...Hi Gary,<br /><br />I'm glad that you took the time to hug your car. It must have felt somewhat down when you deserted it for the big bad bus. I loved your bus story from January and this one today(I wasn't bored one iota)! Bye for now- I think I'll go hug my car too, but keep wishing that our town had a usable public transportation system.THE SNEEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02937574663296944130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-86410185289776234262010-08-15T16:28:52.601+00:002010-08-15T16:28:52.601+00:00Dear Gary,
Ah, the joys of Stoke-on-Trent, its won...Dear Gary,<br />Ah, the joys of Stoke-on-Trent, its wonderful public transport system and its charming inhabitants.<br />Thank God you have your car, eh Gary!<br />Yours with all the best,<br />David.Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08115443256449529220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-73833471037016015692010-08-15T15:34:48.387+00:002010-08-15T15:34:48.387+00:00I have a lot of the same problems with riding the ...I have a lot of the same problems with riding the subway to work, but mostly the clods that think their work bags need a seat of their own on a crowded train. Then they look at you like you have a lot of nerve to disturb their bag.bluzdudehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05991272670722362652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-65462772743074577342010-08-15T14:10:26.957+00:002010-08-15T14:10:26.957+00:00Hi Diane,
Well you have certainly experienced some...Hi Diane,<br />Well you have certainly experienced some extremes in the world of buses.<br />I think it would be very nice to have a bus system like yours around here.<br />It's nice to hear about a pleasant bus journey. Now that driver in Cornwall, well, how rude and inconsiderate of your situation.<br />I've had some good times on local transport. That was usually when I was the only passenger :-)<br />Have a lovely weekend, Diane.<br />Happy travels, Gary xklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-62800194794249065882010-08-15T14:04:21.631+00:002010-08-15T14:04:21.631+00:00Hi Heather,
You've got that right. Of course,...Hi Heather,<br />You've got that right. Of course, I'm very familiar with the transport system back in Vancouver and the similarities are rather saddening. There are just too many folks who don't give a crap about others. It can be well and truly enhanced on public transport.<br />I suppose the 'aliens' could take those inconsiderate folks back to their world and put them into some 'transport exhibition' on how not to behave.<br />Anyway, Heather, I survived to tell the tale. Must go now and hug my car lol<br />In peace, your friend, Gary:-)klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-60972683546679192352010-08-15T13:55:19.459+00:002010-08-15T13:55:19.459+00:00Hello lifeshighway,
I think I was mighty brave. H...Hello lifeshighway,<br />I think I was mighty brave. Here I was doing my bit to save the planet and take public transport. It's a pity they did not make taking a bus etc., a more relaxed way to travel. <br />Yes indeed, folks here keep calling me 'duck'. I spent the first year here with a sore neck. 'Are you all right..duck!?' I would be asked.<br />Thanks and have a nice weekend.<br />Kind regards, Gary :-)klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-32105249253797538542010-08-15T06:11:40.992+00:002010-08-15T06:11:40.992+00:00Hi Gary, It's strange how the bus service can ...Hi Gary, It's strange how the bus service can differ in other areas. I was upset at being 'told off' by a bus driver in cornwall just because I didn't know the area and where the stop was, yet in our own area we have dial a ride. The driver picks us up at the door and gives a lovely service. Just after my accident, I had to use them a lot. At christmas our driver dressed as father christmas and even knocked the door and helped me on to the bus - lovely.<br />As for the other passengers, it was only me and my neighbour so a lot more pleasant experience than yours.<br />Hope you do not have to go through such an unpleasant journey again.<br />Happy travelling<br />Di xDiane Perryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06659265615593465267noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-62444295671839063622010-08-15T00:31:42.008+00:002010-08-15T00:31:42.008+00:00Well, the only difference between there and here i...Well, the only difference between there and here is the accent my dear. Otherwise it is the same all over. People have no patience and in a lot of cases, no class. What a shame. I would not want an alien culture to visit us and take back the behaviour as an example of a "good" human being. All the same, good on you for doing it. What progress!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-39415043495490375792010-08-14T23:21:53.343+00:002010-08-14T23:21:53.343+00:00You are a brave man to venture purposely into the ...You are a brave man to venture purposely into the world of public transportation.<br /><br />But how fun to go to a village where everyone calls you Duck. I am try starting a new trend here. You never know.lifeshighwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14389824485602821605noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-27037563989647916882010-08-14T22:34:13.490+00:002010-08-14T22:34:13.490+00:00Hi Shanaz,
So public transport is not exactly idea...Hi Shanaz,<br />So public transport is not exactly ideal where you live, either. Seems like a nose plug might just be a good idea.<br />It's so sad to think that going on public transport would make you jittery when it should be one of the great experiences of your life. I think I just exaggerated. lol However, it should be a comfortable and stress free ride. Time the governments who tell us to leave our cars and take public transport, did take this into account.<br />I shall take good care of my car. I checked the tire (or for those in Britain, 'tyre') pressure the other day and it is at the correct setting. I never thought of putting gas in my tires, (tyres)..I wonder what kind of gas you might mean...<br />Thanks for the car servicing and complimentary chopsticks. That was very kind of you.<br />Kind wishes and a free ride on every bus company in the world, your way, Gary :-)klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-78673408129679639102010-08-14T22:21:30.071+00:002010-08-14T22:21:30.071+00:00Hi Carole,
I do have some bizarre adventures on pu...Hi Carole,<br />I do have some bizarre adventures on public transport. Now I really understand why I finally got another car.<br />Hugs, Gary xklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-55812196681648140392010-08-14T22:20:17.762+00:002010-08-14T22:20:17.762+00:00Hi Julie,
You are so right in what you have noted....Hi Julie,<br />You are so right in what you have noted. If the government wants us to consider using public transport as a viable alternative, then they should make it a worthwhile venture that makes good sense to use.<br />I have tried to do my bit by using public transport and not driving a car. I can remember too many times in the past when the bus was late or did not show up at all. Which resulted in me being late for work, college and various appointments. Hardly a good endorsement for using public transport.<br />Mostly, my bus rides have been uneventful. However, it is those who make life a misery who should learn to respect others on the bus. It does my anxiety no good whatsoever to endure such crap.<br />The Jeremy Kyle show. Cringe-worthy television. Well at least nobody has admitted to marrying a horse on that show. Or maybe they have:-)<br />Happy writing, Julie.<br />Kind regards, Gary xklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.com