Changing tracks

With this fieldwork assignment, I compared my 30 minutes commute (driving
my car, taking the bus, and walking to class) to almost an hour commute
(walking to Regent's parking lot to taking the Regent's shuttle to walking
to class). I was more irritated and frustrated with my new transportation
method than with my regular one. It was not as convenient as my usual
route and actually started my day off badly. I was pretty frustrated and
tired when I got to class, which completely affected my mood to study or
pay attention.
My transportation decision is largely based off of convenience and costs.
I drive my car to the closest bus stop so that I can take the bus for
free and I wouldn't be so annoyed with all the stuff I have to carry onto
campus on a daily basis. My transportation routes are neither determined
in terms of total convenience (parking permit), because I can't afford
it; nor is it chosen based off of getting the most physical workout for
my mornings (walking).
Problems that I can foresee about my route would be if the bus drivers
went on strike, or if more people decide to take my route, thereby making
it difficult to park on the street. If such problems were to arise, I
would be forced to change my daily transportation route.
Olivia Tiet