Now and then I tend to take a jab at Metro Line – the service, rude drivers, stinky passengers - you name it.
But, when the service has been outstanding – and merits attention – I am also quick to give kudos where they are due. For example, this morning I hopped on board an express bus to avoid driving in hectic nerve-racking rush-hour traffic.
But, wouldn’t ‘ya know it, I ended up in a dilemma.
Shortly after I alighted off the Metro Bus, I suddenly realized that I left my prized guitar (and carrying case) behind.
OMG!
What was a boy to do?
I thought of flagging down a cab and barking out to the driver.
“Follow that bus. There’s a fiver in it for ‘ya, bud!”
Yeah, I watch a lot of classic flicks!
Naw.
The driver was long gone.
Another bus pulled up a few seconds later, though, going in the opposite direction.
I rushed up to the uniformed female behind the wheel.
“Can you call that bus and ask the driver to secure my guitar,” I excitedly quizzed her half out-of-breath.
“No. But, you can stop into the station just down the road and ask them to radio the vehicle.”
After I thanked the pleasant gal, I quickly trode off to Division 7 in West Hollywood to put in the request.
The clerk at the window was quite sympathetic. Once she tracked down the driver, I was given instructions on how to retrieve the guitar (provide it wasn't stolen!).
One hour later the beautiful instrument was once again safely in my hands, thanks to the quick-thinking, honest, professional assistance I received from Metro Line staff and drivers.
Thanks Metro, eh?
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