There was too much bad news this week so it was good to get out last night. It, however, would not have been a good night to drive. That's why I'm thankful for easy travel via SkyTrain. Our apartment building opens right into the station at Columbia in New Westminster. I go down the elevator and right to Granville Street in twenty-five minutes. Speedy and convenient access to downtown Vancouver seems worth the occasional station noise.
The SkyTrain, SeaBus, and regular bus system played designated driver last night. It was New Year's eve, so public transportation was free. That's an effective way to cut down on traffic fatalities due to drinking and driving. "Give credit where credit is due," I always say.
Translink has found it necessary to raise fares from today! There's now a slightly greater cost for convenience.
Happy 2005!