HOUSTON, WE HAVE A PROBLEM!
While the news was "watching me" this morning, as I prepared myself for work, an announcement halted my tracks!
Due to potential terrorists activities, commuters were warned by government officials to be alert to any "suspicious activities" while riding the CTA. And more importantly, to report them!
Now, this got me to thinking about their ridiculous request.
It became quite obvious that they'd never commuted via public transportation in the big city, particularly the RED LINE. If they had, they'd realize the err of their ways!
Truth is, nothing comes across as particularly "suspicious" to regular commuters.
"Anything goes". And anything has!
Like the time a guy openly had cocktails right in his seat, in open view of other riders. Most of us could empathize, given the bosses we've worked for! So nobody said a word, as he guzzled down his 40 ounces uninterrupted!
Or, the time passengers were "doomed to hell" by this little old lady who identified herself as "The Bride of Christ!" She ranted and raved and did some hand gestures that were either voodoo in nature, or had street gang ties! We all watched in silence.
Or, the many people that are visibly on edge, and will cut you if you as much as step on their little toe when the bus or El comes to an abrupt stop.
Truth is, if the safety of our fine country is contingent upon commuters giving a "heads up" on "suspicious activities" while on public transportation, y'all we in trouble!
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