The Bus Blog Series

Since I have spent all of my life on the bus (in between owning cars etc), I feel I need to do some random posts on my bus experiences.

It is a lovely thing that in today's society, 'Going Green' as they say, and taking public transit to work or school is cool. It's even trendy and earth responsible. But above all, it still remains entertaining, frustrating, sketchy, smelly and some trips...unending...

Bus Adventure #93

Here is the scenario; a person is getting on the bus that you recognize. However you know the person, you may wish you didn't, or hope that they don't spot you. Too late. Now here is where the blessing of having a cell phone comes in. Grab your phone and set your ringer to either Silence or Vibrate as quickly as you can. Then, open your phone and pretend to answer and have a loooooong conversation with someone. The more natural and animated the conversation with the occasional "You're kidding! Why?..." or laughter the better. This is why your phone is on vibrate. That way if a real call comes in, it's not obvious to everyone that you have been talking to yourself. It also means you can say in a slightly raised voice, "Hang on, can I put you on hold?" making the call sound more legitimate.

Today was such a day for me. I did used to work with this guy years ago. He's nuts, and I don't use that term lightly. I don't think he would ever hurt me, but I am just not sure enough to feel safe. He got on, looked right at me...great.

I haven't had my cell phone hooked up for at least 8 months or so. I keep it on me, to use to find out the time, or use the alarm clock, or play the fun games I downloaded before I disconnected it. And yes...out it came. I had a lovely 15minute conversation with myself.

Think I am crazy? Maybe. Did he leave me alone? Definitely.

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