Cabs …

The recent hike in cab fare is really giving me 2nd thoughts about taking a cab each time. Especially during the peak hours and when you are in town. Then again, when there’s a necessity, you just have to take it.

Taking cabs is about you wanting to use money to save time and let yourself rest from too much travelling or walking. I’ve always believe that you can always earn more money but you cannot earn time. Then again, the counter argument would be you have to use time to earn more money.

However, some ways of earning money is easier or less time consuming than others. And so the battle rages on, the debate continues and what is the answer? You decide for yourself.

Point is if you look deep enough, anything can be argued against or for and the argument can become cyclic. Education gives you that ability not to be narrow minded and to learn to consider all perspective and angle.

There are also more varieties on the roads now. It used to be the boring blue or yellow Toyotas that dominated the roads. Now, there are so many different models and brands. Technically speaking, one would expect the newer models to be faster and you have to admit, the ride is definitely smoother due to the better suspension.

But I’ve noticed what makes for a fast ride is the driver and not the car. When you are rushing for time, you would really appreciate those cab drivers who weave their way in and out of lanes just to earn you that extra minutes. They are the real kings of the road. However, I’ve taken the newer vehicles and sat in frustration as the driver seemingly takes his time and conspires with the traffic lights to waste my time and burn a hole in my pocket.

What am I driving at? Before you blame any piece of equipment, remember it’s the operator of that equipment who can turn a mediocre piece of metal into a deadly weapon. In the army, they always say it’s not the rifle but the man behind the rifle that matters.

On a separate disjointed note, I think I seriously need help. I just cannot continue to live like this anymore.

~ by Jae on January 27, 2008.