From Seattle: "Eastbound 3, 4:30 PM (or, Learning to love sardines)," by Carla Saulter (Bus Chick)

As a veteran bus rider, I have had to deal with my share of unpleasant travel experiences. Like most sane people, I dislike bad bus rides. But—and I preface this comment by acknowledging that I have a rather unconventional world view—for me, it is often the “unpleasant” bus experiences that reinforce everything I love about the bus. (Read more here.)