What We’ll Do to Save a Buck and Change
Well, it was raining as I headed out to work this morning. I debated whether to take the bus or ride my scooter. The problem is that we’re leaving early to go to Acadia and the bus routes are quite infrequent when it’s not rush hour. Besides, the bus would cost me money and the scooter is free. So, it seemed a no-brainer:
I’ll ride my scooter to work wearing a raincoat and nylon track pants. When I get to the office, I’ll put on the pair of jeans I packed.
Never underestimate the power of rain.
I did, in fact, arrive to work soaked. My track pants did nothing to repel water. In fact, they became saturated and my socks were wet half way through the ride. Even worse, the wind/rain drew the water upwards…up my pants leg and to my underwear. Yes, my underwear is soaked.
Fortunately, I had my dry pair of jeans in the trunk (seat). Unfortunately, those too managed to get wet (but just at the top). I’m now in my office, solely in my (wet) underwear and shirt (the shirt remained dry). My jeans and track pants are over the air-conditioning vents (hopefully that’ll dry them off quickly).
I think I need to invest in some waterproof cycle pants.
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i hope you don’t have a fire drill.
Heh …there’s comments I could make that I won’t here. Now you know, at least, to pack dry underwear, too, and put everything in a ziplock bag or something in the trunk. Maybe just wear boardshorts to work on days like this… Have a great time in Acadia – hope the drive’s not too miserable!
My jeans are now dry (and covering my legs).
Fortunately, there were no fires!
You need a rain suit. They’re cheap. I have one and it’s super ugly, but works better than a track suit. 🙂
sounds hot. So next week you’ll be naked in your office?