Becky and I hung out with my Mom this evening. No TV - just talking and that was really nice.
As some of you may know, we gave up our television set about four years ago and have no regrets. We often watch it at Mom's, so this was a nice change.
My Mom had her DNA sampled and is getting it tested for geneology research. It was interesting to speak with her about it.
Beck and I spoke about the possibilities of giving up our car and going all bike and bus. Maybe next April. We'll see. It'd be nice to have one for occaisional use, but I suspect, like a TV, that the only way to sharply curb our dependence is to eliminate it completely from our lives.
I don't want to be a slave to some damn car. I want to be off the oil habit.
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You are always welcome to borrow the van.
I salute your your efforts to go carless, but you MIGHT want to leave the decision till after the little one comes. It is no fun dragging baby, carrier, stroller, diaper bag, etc...around on a bus.
AMEN to the previous post!! Taking a sick baby (or even a well baby) to the doctor on public transportation is a major undertaking and not good for the little person. Do you remember when you bought that car and who was with you??
love, granny in waiting
I remember when my kids were little, how much work it was to get around, etc. Still, I think going the route you are trying to go is worth the effort, worth a try. People need to change their transportation habits, and if your little one learns a more sustainable lifestyle, you will have accomplished something BIG for future generations.
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