Riding public transit is always a fun adventure into the soul of whatever place you are currently in.
Since moving into San Francisco a few months ago I've been experimenting with different bus and metro routes around town. The system is always an adventure, whether it's delays, drugged out homeless people or blatant drug use.
Also, fear is a powerful thing.
To get on the bus or subway you need a monthly pass or $2. However, this is rarely checked, you can just get on the back door.
The thing is, everyone pays because maybe once a month a transit cop asks for your proof of payment. Fear is a powerful ruler!
On a way funnier note, on the way to work this morning the following occurred:
As we went from street level to underground the operator announced:
"I'm now turning control of the train over to the computer. I'd recommend holding on because the computer has been acting a little....funny lately."
This was followed by a huge jolt and then another announcement:
"I told you guys so, I really can't control this thing."
The robots have taken over.