Commuting: Easier Said Than Done

Does sitting, or standing, in place for at least an hour, closely surrounded by people you don't know, with the air-conditioning either non-existent or turned all the way up sound appealing to you? If yes, you're either lying or a masochist. That is what I, and I'm sure countless other Thomasians, encounter every day as we make our way to our homes to the University and back. This numbing experience is augmented by a number of factors that are beyond your control: traffic, rain, or worst of all, a really slow driver.

You might be asking; "It's not so bad, right? At least you're getting some rest."

Here's the deal: Commuting, especially if your trip lasts for about an hour, is exhausting. It doesn't matter if you're on a jeep, FX or bus; it will tire you out, guaranteed. Sitting in the same, cramped and cold (or hot) place for a long period of time just takes a lot out from you.

Much more if you're standing up on the congested aisle of a bus, at night. Oh and you can't sleep properly. Those seats aren't designed for optimal comfort. Even if you do manage to sneak in a couple of Zzz's, expect a stiff neck to come with it. Also, the radio is probably turned up to its maximum level, and it's tuned in to one of those irritating stations that play nothing but novelty songs.

So what exactly is the point of this blog post? Well, I guess I'd just like to say how much I hate commuting. While I enjoyed my stay in UST, I really dislike how much I travel to and from the University. Next time you set out for UST, make sure that you're ready;  Ready for a long, unpleasant and bumpy ride.

-Jed Mutuc