From: Tina (pinkfest@pinkmyst.com)
Date: Wed Jun 17 2009 - 12:56:16 CDT
I'm not a big fan of public transportation in any city, but last year's
gas prices forced even a life-long car person like me to ride the bus to
save money. (I'm full-time, having transitioned a few years ago.)
Re Chicago, I have taken the train, primarily the Red Line, several
times in the last few years when personal business has brought me to
Chicago, even though I usually also rent a car. Most recently was last
month from downtown back out to the burbs (all the way to the end of the
Red line). It was packed with Cubs fans headed north to Wrigley, who
all got off at the Addison station. No problems.
This is a big change from several years ago, when I had frequent
problems in Chicago on any type of transportation and on the streets in
general. As I transitioned, I toned down the hair (blond to brunette,
less flamboyant style) and toned down the clothes while still dressing
with style. Now, I don't even get noticed walking in Chicago. As Annie
has said, it's all about the blending.
P.S. Annie has always advocated blending and has published many e-mails
on this over the years on the DLV site. I've learned a lot from her on
this.
Thanks,
Tina
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