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Volunteer Work with Homeless Youth: Created by Danielle S. in Cultural on June 23, 2011 11:03 a.m.; Metro takes me to Hollywood, to the boulevard of broken dreams. I give bagged lunches and a listening ear to runaway teens. Sometimes I can send them home. Sometimes there is no home to send them to. I would love ...

Metro Takes Me to My Favorite Places in L.A.: Created by Lin H. in Cultural on June 21, 2011 12:53 p.m.; I love Metro! It takes me everywhere that cars cannot! It allows me to speed like a bullet through its subway system. It simply cuts through traffic, and it's truly a cultural and social experience. I ride on the 794 ...

Train Man from Downey Conquering Los Angeles Using Metro!: Created by Patrick C. in Cultural on June 20, 2011 11:58 a.m.; Metro has given me a convenient, conservative and fun way to commute to the places I want to be. From Downey, I go to Downtown LA through the Metro Light Rail system. My ways are paid through my electronic All ...

I Go Metro to (Be) Miss Traffic: Created by Miss Traffic in Neighborhood on June 17, 2011 2:06 p.m.; I like to be smart about everyday choices, and that includes outplaying annoying LA traffic. My secret to beating behind-the-wheel headaches and ridiculous gas and parking prices is to Go Metro. I ride Metro Gold Line to Memorial Park Station ...

Jail Weddings on the Bus: Created by Katya H. in Cultural on June 13, 2011 12:31 p.m.; Metro takes me from my dinky apartment to my crappy job where I slave away so that rich corporate jerks can get rich off of my efforts. Sometimes the bus takes me to museums as it will this week when ...

Medical Billing: Created by James P. in Work on June 10, 2011 10:39 a.m.; Metro takes me to school and to my track meets. I also ride Metro to libraries throughout LA County. Having access to all of these places via Metro is great.

Gold Line to Chinatown: Created by Mike F. in Dining on June 06, 2011 12:54 p.m.; My family and I enjoy the Gold Line from Sierra Madre to Chinatown. We enjoy the day in Chinatown with lunch in one of the great restaurants.

Homegirl Cafe: Created by Kamren C. in Dining on June 06, 2011 12:41 p.m.; Riding Metro on a Saturday morning is such a peaceful break from the weekday car commute to work. My fiancé and I rode our bikes to the Atlantic Station, hopped on the Gold Line, and got off at Chinatown, where ...

I Love Metro :): Created by Glenda Murakami in Cultural on June 06, 2011 12:38 p.m.; I Go Metro to Long Beach, Pasadena, Little Tokyo, Union Station, Hollywood. I ride it just about everywhere :)

Everywhere: Created by Claudia M. in Work on June 06, 2011 12:37 p.m.; Metro takes me to work every single day from Montebello to West Hollywood.

Commuter Who Rides Metro: Created by Lisa Peng in Work on June 03, 2011 2:36 p.m.; I take the Metro Gold Line to work everyday from Monterey Park to Downtown LA. The Gold Line runs every 8 minutes and is very comfortable to ride. I depend on Metro everyday to get me where I'm going.

Off to School I Go: Created by Jewell L. in Work on June 03, 2011 10:50 a.m.; I love Metro because it takes me to work and school! I ride the Metro Gold Line.

Seeing a Dream Come True: Created by Ralph Burns in Cultural on June 02, 2011 5:17 p.m.; When I was a child in the very early sixties, my Mom and I rode the streetcar around Downtown LA. My father was also a streetcar operator. It was then that I envisioned a day when all Angelinos would share ...

Skinny Me, Fat Wallet!: Created by Janice C. in Work on June 02, 2011 5:03 p.m.; It's a no brainer that buying a Metro monthly pass beats the $45 a week I would spend at the gas pump. But the most amazing benefit is saving on the cost of a gym membership and still losing 20 ...

Gold Line to Work: Created by Olivia G. Rodriguez in Work on June 02, 2011 12:38 p.m.; The Metro Gold Line is located on the opposite side of the hill from where I live, and the Metro bus stops at the bottom of the hill. It's great to be able to take the Metro to work when ...

Red and Gold for Life: Created by Laura D. in Cultural on June 02, 2011 10:58 a.m.; Parking is the worst. In Los Angeles, parking is akin to sitting through jury duty; it takes a long time, you lose money, but it's something you just have to put up with...unless you ride Metro. I've been living in ...

Gold Line Madness: Created by Aisha M. in Work on June 02, 2011 10:38 a.m.; The Metro Gold Line picks me up from Lake Station and takes me to the grand ol' Mariachi Plaza, near where I work at the Hospital.

Cars Shmars - Go Metro!: Created by Molly S. in Cultural on June 02, 2011 10:33 a.m.; Being a New York transplant, I value public transportation like no other. I'm lucky enough to live near many Metro bus lines and the Chinatown Gold Line Station. I love to walk into Downtown, but seeing as my legs only ...

Connecting a City: Created by Nicholas M in Cultural on May 25, 2011 2 p.m.; I love Metro. I take it to school and work, and often times when I go out to socialize. I love having a quick, effortless way to get to Downtown LA. Going to school in Downtown is great because I ...

Push It to the Red Line: Created by Elizabet Zavala in Work on May 25, 2011 1:47 p.m.; Being unemployed meant that I had to torture my poor car by driving it until the gas meter hit the red line. Limited cash meant limited gas. How did I end up finding work with no experience? Well, along came ...

Just Go Metro!: Created by Francisco Diaz in Cultural on May 24, 2011 11:59 a.m.; I love backpacking and exploring LA!

Life Without Paid Parking Is a Swell One, Indeed!: Created by Jessica J. in Entertainment on May 20, 2011 11:06 a.m.; Whenever I want to flex the power of being a single 21-year-old Los Angeles native, I go Metro. Metro takes me to the Mayan Theatre, the Whisky A Go Go, the Hollywood Bowl, and even all the way to the ...

The Mean Green Machine: Created by Julie M. in Cultural on May 19, 2011 12:24 p.m.; Oh, how great it is not having to worry about gasoline. Everyday I ride my bike and hop on Metro to school. I take the Metro Gold Line to Atlantic Station, and afterwards I go to Chinatown to do community ...

Elevator Safety Engineer Who Rides Metro: Created by Cem Ozalpasan in Work on May 06, 2011 5:19 p.m.; I have been riding Metro for almost six years now. I am so happy with your professional service, security and on-time performance. I cannot think what life would be like without the Metro System in Los Angeles. Keep up the ...

First Dodger Night: Created by Betty B in Entertainment on May 04, 2011 4:23 p.m.; I love going to see the Dodgers! My husband and I took my daughter to the Dodgers game for the first time using the Gold Line and then jumped on the Dodger Stadium Express. She was so excited all the ...

I Love Green Line: Created by Ming L in Work on May 04, 2011 4:17 p.m.; I ride Metro to Old Town Pasadena, Downtown LA and the beach. I love riding it every day to work, and on the weekends too! I keep my cars at home, lower my insurance bills and listen to my audio ...

A Tour of the City of Angeles: Created by Liliana Solorzano in Cultural on April 19, 2011 12:13 p.m.; It takes me from from Venice Beach to Downtown, San Pedro and Malibu...all through Hollywood and Sunset. It let's me admire my beautiful city.

The Girl With the Backpack: Created by Gina S. in Neighborhood on April 18, 2011 7:34 p.m.; When I decided to try life in Los Angeles without a car, I knew I was embarking on a challenging adventure, and that Metro would be the key to making it all work. I moved to Koreatown to be near ...

Always In a Hurry: Created by Lisbeth Reyes in Cultural on April 18, 2011 4:49 p.m.; Metro takes me to many places. Metro takes me to school, to pick up my sister or to meet my mom. I also ride when I have my dentist appointment, a regular doctor's check up, or just for entertainment. I ...

Convenient and HUGE Money Saver: Created by Ronald W. in Work on April 18, 2011 1:03 p.m.; I take the Metro Gold and Red/Purple lines to Wilshire/Vermont to school 3 times a day and both are right down the street from either of my destinations. Its cheap, it saves me from traffic and its convenient.

How to Get Anywhere in the U.S.: Created by Mary B. in Work on April 18, 2011 8:26 a.m.; I travel down to San Diego a lot for my job. Driving means I sit in traffic for hours, listen to the radio to see if my route will clear, check my gas meter and gas prices along the road, ...

Cheaper Than Gas: Created by Vicente O. in Neighborhood on April 15, 2011 2:05 p.m.; I like Metro and the Silver Line because it takes me everywhere I need to go. You should try it and let it take you around town too.

For Those Who Would Rather Not Be Stuck in Traffic: Created by Rosa G. in Cultural on April 14, 2011 9:58 a.m.; Metro is what I take to get to many places. It's quick and stress free. I'll use it for work, shopping, dining and meeting friends. I never have to worry about paying for parking, gas, or car repairs. It's so ...

Chinatown: Created by Robert M. in Dining on April 13, 2011 9:23 p.m.; A nice getaway for me is Chinatown. I'll usually get on the Gold Line around 10am or so on the weekend. A little visit to a dim sum restaurant and walk around the shops is great. I get to relax ...

Hey, Why Not?: Created by Ronald E in Entertainment on April 13, 2011 9:57 a.m.; Cruising on the streets of LA County on... a Metro Bus? Hey, why not? On Metro I can study, do homework, and text ALL I WANT, while going places at the same time! Plus, I can talk to my friends ...

Why I Take Metro?: Created by Eric A. in Work on April 11, 2011 11:19 a.m.; I take the Metro Green Line from Norwalk Station to the Mariposa/Nash Station. It's convienient for me because it only takes 30 minutes to travel to my work, and 30 minutes to get home.

Amazing Race: Created by Ike D. in Entertainment on April 11, 2011 11:18 a.m.; During the summer last year, I participated in a club event that took me thoughout Los Angeles with my friends. We were given these different places to find in LA, all of which were not too far from Metro stations. ...

Sunday Funday: Created by I. Christopher A in Cultural on April 07, 2011 9:22 a.m.; Metro takes me to Union Station where I can stroll through the historic train station, grab a bite to eat and sightsee on the way to old town Pasadena. My trip is filled with mountains, lush hillsides and lots of ...

Parking? No Problem with Metro!: Created by Virgilio, B. in Cultural on April 06, 2011 6:14 p.m.; I love Chinese food for lunch. So I use Metro Rail to avoid parking hassles during my lunchtime Chinese food runs!

Hi Ho Metro: Created by Geoffrey B. in Entertainment on April 06, 2011 9:04 a.m.; Metro takes me to a wonderland adventure. Metro takes me to the museums to relive the past and to the Science and Industry Museum for a trip to the future! What could be more exciting than having this wonderful time ...

No Sitting In Traffic: Created by Samantha K in Work on April 05, 2011 3:42 p.m.; I take Metro from Pasadena to Downtown LA. I play scrabble instead of sitting in traffic!

Go Metro: Created by Taylor in Cultural on April 05, 2011 3:05 p.m.; I take a combination of buses and Green Line to work in El Segundo most of the time. I also take them to LAX when I travel for work or vacation. I also took the train when I was going ...

Stress Free: Created by Larry C in Work on April 05, 2011 2:56 p.m.; Traveling on the rail is much faster than sitting in traffic on the 110 in the morning and afternoon. No road rage, stress, or extra money spent unlike driving my car and filling up for gas. Why drive when you ...

Love to Go to Work Therapeutically: Created by Melina Mariano in Work on April 05, 2011 2:48 p.m.; Love to Go To Work on the Gold Line. I have made wonderful friends with regular riders and we share recipes, gossips and laughter. It is therapeutic after a hard day's work.

For A Reward: Created by Mark W. in Cultural on April 05, 2011 2:48 p.m.; When my daughter was two years old, we would take her on Metro as a special reward. Little kids just love riding the bus and train.

A Whole New World: Created by Bari T. in Cultural on April 05, 2011 2:45 p.m.; When the Gold Line expanded, my friends and I organized a trip to explore the vast expanse that is L.A. and the worlds we had not yet experienced. We embarked upon a journey that was to be the first of ...

Riding Metro for 25 years: Created by Taneighya G in Neighborhood on April 01, 2011 3:24 p.m.; I have been riding Metro since I was 12. Metro has taken me to school and work, allowed me to get to know the cities better. Right now Metro takes me back and forth to college to get my nursing ...

Aerospace Engineers Take Metro on the Go: Created by Gregory H. in Work on April 01, 2011 10:57 a.m.; The Gold Line offers relaxing scenic views to start my trip to El Segundo in the morning. At Union Station a variety of concession stands wait to fuel me for my next segment whether it is Purple, Blue, Green; or ...

Mass Transit Trojan: Created by Brian B. in Work on March 29, 2011 9:48 a.m.; I am an Angeleno, a Trojan, and most importantly, a full-time Metro recruiter. I preach the benefits of taking the Metro to friends and co-workers, with talking points that have (unfortunately) convinced few: Save money! Save time! Help the environment! ...

Shopping Day Is A Wonderful Day: Created by Yun Ling in Shopping on March 21, 2011 9:19 a.m.; I love LA and I love shopping. Shopping is my favorite. When I go shopping, I feel relaxed, excited and happy. I live in chinatown and usually I take the bus to Macy's plaza, Glendale Galleria, Montebello Galleria, Costco, Wal-Mart, ...

Work: Created by Tiffany W in Work on March 14, 2011 9:13 a.m.; Metro takes me everywhere. From my house to work, I take 2 buses. And with the way prices of gas are going up this is a lot of help for me.

Ride Me to Ride: Created by Anthony D in Cultural on March 09, 2011 9:22 a.m.; Metro takes me from Downtown to East LA where my boyfriend lives. The first time I took the trip, I didn't know what to expect. I got to Union Station and hopped on the Gold Line. The views were amazing, ...

Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA: Created by Jin Song in Neighborhood on March 07, 2011 1:26 p.m.; Metro takes me to Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA. It's so dignity! because I save on gas, money and time!!

I See the World...In 20 Minutes: Created by Kevin B in Cultural on March 02, 2011 4:32 p.m.; I ride from the Crenshaw District to Pasadena to attend school. When I ride Line 40 to Union Station and then board the Gold Line I meet and see people from all over the world. I love the culture at ...

School: Created by Britt C. in Work on March 01, 2011 8:34 a.m.; I take the Gold Line to Union Station and hop on a bus to USC. Not only to get to feel smug when I pass over the crowded 110, I get lots of studying done OR sometimes I even get ...

Many Places: Created by Roberto R. in Neighborhood on February 28, 2011 8:19 a.m.; Metro takes me to school and many more places like shopping and top my friends house.

Work: Created by Marilyn B. in Neighborhood on February 28, 2011 8:22 a.m.; I ride Metro to school in Hollywood 3 days a week and Culver City 2 days a week; back home in Monterey Park.

No Car, No Problem!: Created by April I. in Cultural on February 28, 2011 8:16 a.m.; I live in East Hollywood and I take the Metro everywhere. I've taken the Metro to museums, concerts, job fairs, college and jury duty. The Metro takes me various markets and shops across town, whether I need to go to ...

Origins to the World: Created by Teri in Cultural on February 24, 2011 12:46 p.m.; On a short ride from the Antelope Valley, I head south on Metrolink & Metro. On what else can you experience the diversity of the world in less than two hours...Chinatown, Little Tokyo, Hollywood glammor, Santa Monica Beach, Long Beach ...

Metro Helps Me Rock and Roll: Created by David P in Work on February 23, 2011 5:27 p.m.; Starting on the eastside, I take the Gold Line into Union Station, and from there I hop a Red Line train to North Hollywood, where I rehearse with my band, The Red Herring. I love the train. There's such a ...

Economical Visit: Created by Michael D in Cultural on February 23, 2011 1:31 p.m.; I love using Metro when I come to LA to visit my relatives in Woodland Hills. Metro is a great value with the Day Pass. I have traveled all over seeing lots of interesting spots (Disneyland, Disney Music Hall, Hollywood, ...

Liked It So Much, My Dance Performance Is Based on It: Created by Jamie B. in Cultural on February 22, 2011 10:42 a.m.; Last summer, I wrote an entire dance proposal while riding Rapid Line 704 back and forth from work (Silver Lake to Santa Monica). Best thing, the piece is called "Mass Transit" and is inspired by my experience as an avid ...

Going For a Burger: Created by Sinead Clancy in Dining on February 22, 2011 11:02 a.m.; Metro takes me and my son Roan to Johnny Rockets in Hollywood and Highland. We take the Gold Line to Union Station and then transfer to the Red line. Metro is my son's favorite thing in the world. We plan ...

Happy Bus Rider with Three Little Ones: Created by Nora O in Work on February 18, 2011 1:28 p.m.; I ride Metro to go to work, school, the doctor, my mom's house, and when I home or go shopping. I use it everywhere I go!

Everywhere: Created by Anna L in Neighborhood on February 16, 2011 2:30 p.m.; Metro takes me to Union Station so that I can catch an Amtrak train down to OC or SD, or catch the Flyaway to get to LAX. Metro takes me to the Farmers Market. The Metro bus takes me to ...

Why Metro? Why not!: Created by Jessica L. in Work on February 16, 2011 2:12 p.m.; I work for a non-profit agency that takes urban youth out camping and hiking throughout the Los Angeles area. We teach about the importance of recycling, eating local, and being stewards of the land we live, play and grow on. ...

Riding to Japanese American Museum: Created by Mark B in Cultural on February 16, 2011 1:52 p.m.; Metro takes me to Little Tokyo and the Japanese American National Museum.

I Have Taken Metro to Work: Created by Diane Reush in Work on February 15, 2011 10:39 a.m.; I have taken Metro to work for eight years and go everywhere on the train including Universal Studios, Chinatown, Pasadena and Olvera Street.

A.G.P.A.: Created by Jinyi, P in Work on February 14, 2011 3:59 p.m.; I sometimes take the Metro bus to work, but I love taking the Gold Line. The Gold Line is fast, convenient and clean. Also, there is a parking lot for people to park their cars to ride the train.

Hi Ho, Hi Ho It's Off to Court We Go: Created by John M in Shopping on February 11, 2011 10:19 a.m.; It makes Jury Duty a pleasure when Metro Rail and Civic Duty Intersect at Union Station. It is only one transfer to the Red Line and a short walk to court. It even leaves time for breakfast. I get Culture ...

Save $1000's a Year: Created by Art D in Neighborhood on February 10, 2011 11:24 a.m.; After a "40 day" experiment using only Metro to get around town, I realized the $500 a month I was paying on my car (lease, insurance, gas, etc...) was money I could be saving. It's been two years now without ...

Go Green Save Our Planet, Go Metro!: Created by Irene in Shopping on February 09, 2011 10:46 a.m.; I love to ride Metro buses and Metro Rail because I can “Go Green and Save our Planet!” Taking Metro to work creates less pollution, saves gas (especially nowadays when gas is close to $4/$5 a gallon), eliminates the wear ...

Wheels on the Bus Go Round and Round: Created by Barry Mangels in Work on February 08, 2011 4:22 p.m.; Metro and me became good friends nine years ago when I came back to CA. The Metro buses, subways and trains take you anywhere you need. The Farmers Market, LACMA, Hollywood & Highland, the Hollywood Bowl and the rest of ...

No Road Rage, No Traffic!: Created by Yung L. in Work on February 08, 2011 1:53 p.m.; Occupationally I’d need to travel to Downtown LA for work and when I did, I’d take a Metrolink train and in 45 minutes I'd arrive at Union Station which conveniently connected to all Metro subway lines. I then would take ...

Go Green. Go Metro. It's Our Goal.: Created by Win T in Work on February 08, 2011 10:07 a.m.; I take Metro to work appointments, for recreation, and anywhere else the bus or train can go.

Fun on the Blue 'n Red Lines: Created by Patty D. in Cultural on February 07, 2011 1:52 p.m.; I live in the beautiful city of Long Beach. I am so happy to live near the Blue Line. On my days off work, I love to take the Blue Line to the Red Line and go to Hollywood. I ...

Saving The Planet and Letting mMe Scrabble!: Created by Samantha K in Work on February 07, 2011 1:49 p.m.; From home to work.... and I can play scrabble the whole time!

Parking Lot Full? No Problem.: Created by Lenka S in Cultural on January 03, 2011 11:33 a.m.; In Pasadena there are many interesting cultural events. For all events, there's the same big problem. Message in parking lots: Parking lot full. I travel to Pasadena only by the Metro Gold Line. I am very happy because I don't ...

Work From Lincoln Heights to Little Tokyo: Created by Christine L. in Work on January 03, 2011 11:30 a.m.; I walk to the Goldline Station at Lincoln heights and stop by Little Tokyo Station. I'm able to grab a Starbucks coffee and a yummy bun from the Japanese bakery store for breakfast on my way to work.

Exploring New Areas In L.A.: Created by Erick Q. in Cultural on December 28, 2010 11:25 a.m.; From Bell to Downtown, Downtown to Sierra Madre, Sierra Madre to EL Monte, El Monte to Downtown, Downtown to Long Beach, Long Beach to Bell. Traveled all that distance in a couple of hours with Metro.

Where To Go In LA: Created by Marc Caraan in Neighborhood on December 27, 2010 9:15 a.m.; From Glendale to Koreatown, Long Beach to East LA, Pasadena to Santa Monica and Chinatown to Hollywood, Van Nuys and Downtown LA, you can reach your destination by taking Metro.

Save the Environment and Stop Importing Oil: Created by George, M in Work on December 23, 2010 8:57 a.m.; The Santa Monica Fwy is impossible to navigate almost 6 days a week. Sitting in traffic is bad for my blood pressure and too stressful for my health. The 720 Rapid bus and the Purple Line save me everyday from ...

Geocaching Throughout LA: Created by Janet C. in Entertainment on December 20, 2010 12:41 p.m.; Sierra Madre Villa Station starts me on many geocaching adventures. Hop on the train with a Day Pass and sometimes my bike, and I'm set for a day of finding obscure objects hidden throughout the city. It's helped me discover ...

Student: Created by Jose C. in Work on December 20, 2010 12:26 p.m.; School

Takes Me Downtown: Created by Terri K in Cultural on December 16, 2010 10:18 a.m.; Metro takes me downtown to the Central Library and other government buildings. Metro is so convenient, especially with a Day Pass.

Far Corners: Created by Edward M. in Shopping on December 15, 2010 10:03 a.m.; Metro takes me to the far away corners of LA which would be a hassle to get to by car.

I Go Metro While I Nap: Created by Pablo Estrada in Neighborhood on December 14, 2010 10:06 a.m.; Metro takes me from Long Beach to Pasadena. I take Metro to go to bike shops and art stores. I take Metro to save on gas and catch up on my sleep.

Why Drive to Pasadena When You Can Ride in Style?: Created by Vernita H. in Shopping on December 13, 2010 4:57 p.m.; I live near Wilshire Blvd. My sister and I love Pasadena and we hop on the Purple Line to the beautiful Art Deco style Union Station. We love taking the Gold Line and enjoy the scenic route instead of driving ...

Working 9 to 5: Created by Marissa T. in Work on December 13, 2010 3:57 p.m.; I have discovered that taking Metro to work is way more convenient for me then driving on my own. I'm saving time and money. And i'm not stressed out anymore! I have a set schedule and i'm finally reading and ...

Always On The Grind: Created by Chrisshele G. in Work on December 13, 2010 3:53 p.m.; I Metro from home to my "pay the bills" job then to my fun "Future Career" Beauty Consultant gig. I save on gas, I don't worry about traffic and I skip the road rage!

I Go Metro to the Valley: Created by Reg W. in Work on December 13, 2010 4:28 p.m.; I ride Metro to the Valley, Hollywood, North Hollywood and Pasadena. It's great!

Ease, Fast and Fun: Created by Evanie Caipang in Dining on December 13, 2010 12:10 p.m.; After Sunday's church in First Baptist Church in Pasadena, lunch cravings will usually tells me to go and eat at authentic Chinese cuisine. This is easy, fast and fun for me by just getting on a Metro train from Memorial ...

To Skid Row I Metro: Created by Rolando T. in Work on December 13, 2010 12:05 p.m.; I work at a harm reduction center in Skid Row once a week. I get to ride my bike the 4 blocks to the Atlantic Gold Line Station and get off at the Little Tokyo Station. From there I ride ...

Save Time, Money and Hassles With Metro: Created by Oscar N. in Work on December 10, 2010 10:36 a.m.; Metro takes me to work, which saves me time, money, and the hassle of driving in traffic. Finally I'm going green by not using my car and traveling on Metro's new CNG fuel buses. Metro also takes me to popular ...

Beauty of LA Museums: Created by Susi. G in Entertainment on December 10, 2010 10:43 a.m.; I enjoy seeing all the wonderful pieces of art, music and plays in LA County. It makes it so easy not worrying about parking a car or having it vandalized. One can totally relax, get a quick cat nap or ...

Someone That Doesn't Drive Can Still Have Fun: Created by Urania in Shopping on December 09, 2010 2:15 p.m.; The Metro bus and train have been a big asset to me. I am able to go to my doctors office, grocery shopping and go other places too! I enjoy taking the kids and my family with me and going ...

Off to Work I Go: Created by Laura in Work on December 09, 2010 5:05 p.m.; I ride the Green Line to Aviation Station, then take the Culver City bus or the Big Blue bus which drops me off in front of work. I don't have to worry about traffic accidents or anything. I just listen to ...

My Three Year Old Rides for Fun: Created by Mark W. in Cultural on December 09, 2010 4:31 p.m.; When we were trying to potty train her, we'd bribe her with a bus ride if she managed to use the potty. It's so exciting for the little ones.

It Takes Me Everywhere I Need to Go on Time: Created by Martha Gonzalez in Cultural on December 09, 2010 4:23 p.m.; Metro takes me and my kids out to enjoy our time together. We usually take Metro to Universal Studios and the LA Zoo, and enjoy our time there.

Fat Kid Wants Food...=): Created by Tim Kreslake in Neighborhood on December 09, 2010 3:01 p.m.; Currently I live in Hacienda Heights and use the Foothill and Metro System to meet up with friends on a monthly basis to go on foodie adventures. We will all meet up at Union Station and use Metro to get ...

Research Associate at University of Southern California: Created by Zhi Yang in Work on December 09, 2010 5:36 p.m.; A few years ago, Metro took me to and from my office every day. Currently, I sometimes I ride Metro to tour different areas. It is convenicent, quick, economical and enjoyable. Indeed, I like to ride Metro to any place! ...

Los Angeles: Created by Charles Evans in Entertainment on December 09, 2010 2:49 p.m.; I take Metro to Los Angeles.

Weekend Travel: Created by Jewell Lofton in Entertainment on December 09, 2010 2:46 p.m.; I take Metro to downtown Los Angeles.

No Need For A Car!: Created by Ian, Larson in Cultural on December 08, 2010 4:14 p.m.; Metro takes me to Yoga Works in Larchmont Village, to attend School at Southwestern Law School, to surf in Santa Monica, to Metrolink and Amtrak when I have to travel great distances, and perhaps most importantly, home in Downtown Los ...

I Metro to the World!: Created by Jonathan in Cultural on December 08, 2010 4:06 p.m.; From Pasadena's Gold Line Memorial Park Station, I Metro to LA's Union Station, the launch point for Amtrak, the LAX Airport Flyaway, and all destinations worldwide! Whether for business or pleasure, the Metro Gold Line is the beginning of every ...

Everything: Created by Frank B. in Work on December 08, 2010 3:56 p.m.; I do not own a car and have not for the past three years. I take the bus and train everywhere I go. I live very close to the downtown Long Beach area so shopping (with a folding cart), entertainment, ...

I Take Metro to Amtrak: Created by Rosy P. in Cultural on December 08, 2010 3:36 p.m.; Metro takes me to visit my family and lets me be less stressed when I travel.

I Metro to Musso and Franks: Created by Richard G. in Dining on December 08, 2010 3:27 p.m.; I take the Metro Red Line to Hollywood/Highland Station to go to the great restaurant Musso & Frank Grill.

Olvera St and China Town: Created by Melissa, L in Neighborhood on December 08, 2010 3:25 p.m.; When I am craving either some great Chinese Food like dim sum or slippery shrimp, mochi or also, want homemade tortillas, buritos, tacos...must be lunch time. I take the Metro Gold Line to either one you can't go wrong for ...

Ladies Brunch: Created by Bethany M in Cultural on December 08, 2010 2:59 p.m.; Metro takes me to all my lovely afternoon meet-ups with my Ladies Brunch group, from Griffith Park to Westwood. Since I'm not driving, I don't have count my number of mimosas.

Everywhere I Want To Be...: Created by Marissa G in Cultural on December 01, 2010 10:38 a.m.; Metro takes me to my job club class at a prompt time EVERYDAY, it takes me to the heart of downtown LA to do my shopping and errands, it takes me to events, concerts, and raves!! It takes me home-sweet-home, ...

Sister Walking: Created by Jackie G. in Entertainment on November 16, 2010 5:46 p.m.; Atlantic Blvd. and Pomona Blvd. are a buzz of cars on this 89 degree day. It is late in the summer and early in our day. The traffic is hell, but our spirits are high. My sister and I have ...

Metro a.k.a R&R: Created by Colleen Gong in Shopping on November 16, 2010 4:58 p.m.; Whenever I take Metro, it feels like I am on vacation. I don’t need to drive to my destination and deal with traffic or with the stress of finding parking. It’s very relaxing and I can actually enjoy my day. ...

Metro to School: Created by Stephany A. in Cultural on November 16, 2010 10:23 a.m.; My Metro takes me to school in the morning. After school it takes me back home. On the weekends Metro takes me Downtown or to fun places. Sometimes I take the bus to go to my boyfriend's house because he ...

Metro to the Flyaway: Created by Erika W in Neighborhood on November 16, 2010 10:11 a.m.; I take Metro to the Union Station Flyaway to LAX. It saves me from parking or finding a ride to the airport. It's so easy

I Metro to Dim Sum: Created by Erika W in Dining on November 16, 2010 10 a.m.; Metro gets me to Chinatown without the hassle of finding parking so I can focus on eating rather than parking.

Metro Takes Me on the Path to My Dreams: Created by Staci M in Work on November 10, 2010 10:14 a.m.; In 2010 I took a leap of faith and decided to pursue my dream of becoming a chef. Each day I zip through the city in my crisp, white uniform via the Red Line, Gold Line and the 686, headed ...

Work and School: Created by Charise S in Cultural on November 10, 2010 9:22 a.m.; Taking Metro forced me to become independent. Before then, I used to have to wait and sit until someone was ready to take me home. Now I don't have to wait, I have Metro. I take Metro because it is ...

Metro Takes Me to My Home: Created by Jamie Cha in Work on November 08, 2010 5:24 p.m.; I take Metro from Hancock Park to East LA.

Express Me to Work on Time: Created by Yvonne, L. in Work on November 08, 2010 3:36 p.m.; I work at City Hall and the only way I can get there on time is by express buses. When I leave, the easiest and the fastest way out of downtown LA is the express bus. I've worked at the ...

Metro Anywhere: Created by Hector , C in Work on November 08, 2010 4:38 p.m.; Anywhere I can think of in Los Angeles Coutny, Metro can take me there, and then some.

Eating Around the World: Created by Annie Y. in Dining on November 08, 2010 4:41 p.m.; I go Metro to experience the wealth of great dining in Los Angeles, from fine dining and new pop-up restaurants, to the hole-in-the-wall ethnic joints and tasty cheap eats. From hotspots like Mozza, Akasha, and Laxy Ox Canteen, to comfort ...

Nice and Easy: Created by Tina E in Entertainment on November 08, 2010 6:25 p.m.; As an avid Laker fan, I take the Gold Line+Red or Purple Line+Blue Line to the Staples Center. As a beach fan, I take the Gold Line+Red or Purple Line+Blue Line to Long Beach. Oh, I also use the Metro ...

Getting to the Disney Hall and Downtown: Created by Steven T in Entertainment on November 08, 2010 6:22 p.m.; Whether I am going to a concert at the Disney Hall, a game at Dodger Stadium, or showing friends around downtown, the subway makes getting there hassle free, gets me there quickly, and saves me money on parking and gas. ...

It's Amazing Where Metro Can Go: Created by Lynn B in Entertainment on November 08, 2010 6:18 p.m.; One day my husband suggested we disappear. Let the boys have the car he said, we can take the bus. What? Said I. We took the Metro one block from our home to the Gold Line then transferred to the ...

I Save with Metro: Created by Oscar N. in Cultural on November 08, 2010 6:13 p.m.; Metro takes me to work three to four days a week. I use Metro to go to major entertainment spots where a Metro bus stop or station is nearby. Those include Hollywood, Universal Studios, Dodgers Stadium, Staples Center, and specials ...

Brown or Whitman...Can't Take My Metro!: Created by Jorge Cardenas in Shopping on November 08, 2010 6:05 p.m.; If you're like me, just as committed to riding Metro just as much as being a fashionista, then you probably find the Metro site far more interesting than Brown or Whitman. Since Metro incorporated Google into their Trip Planner, it’s ...

My Day on Metro: Created by Baochun Guan in Entertainment on November 08, 2010 6:04 p.m.; I always go to Chinatown by taking line 81 everyday. Sometimes I go to the Valley by taking Line 76 and sometimes I will take Line 45 to the 99 Cents Store around Lincoln Heights.

Metro Is Everywhere I Need to Be: Created by Sandy H in Shopping on November 08, 2010 5:51 p.m.; Metro takes me to work, my appointments, my shopping outings and to visit my family. I think that Metro takes me everywhere. Maybe because I don't have car Metro makes everything easy. For $6 I can go everywhere. It's as ...

Metro Goes Everywhere: Created by Maria, S in Entertainment on November 08, 2010 5:48 p.m.; Metro takes me, or should I say us, as in my husband and I, to just about everywhere. We ride it from work to Downtown LA, the Garment District and the historical parts of Downtown. It also takes us to ...

Let Someone Else Do the Driving: Created by Jaime Rosales E in Entertainment on November 08, 2010 5:44 p.m.; I live in the city of Azusa and I hate driving into Downtown Los Angeles, but I do go to the Central Library quite often. It's good to know that I can depend on the Metro Rail to get me ...

Gold Line Short Commute: Created by Casey Cox in Work on November 08, 2010 5:40 p.m.; My wife and I currently share one vehicle so on days when she needs to drive to a work assignment I can either take the Gold Line from Sierra Madre Villa Station to Lake Ave (only 2 stops) to work ...

At Ease on the Gold Line: Created by Suzanne in Work on November 08, 2010 5:39 p.m.; To work I go on the Gold Line. I leave home at 7:25am, walk about 5 blocks to the Filmore Station, purchase a ticket, stroll along the platform, wait no more than 10 minutes, board the light-rail train, take a ...

Home to Airport: Created by Matthew C in Work on November 08, 2010 4:34 p.m.; The Metro and Flyaway has taken me from home to the airport without any worries. I take the Gold Line at Sierra Madre Villa to Union Station, then take the Flyaway to the airport. The flyaway drops me off at ...

When You Say Traffic, I Say Metro: Created by Gary I. in Cultural on November 08, 2010 4:27 p.m.; I love LA but I absolutely hate the traffic. I use Metro to visit Downtown LA to check out the monthly Art Walk. Also, I love to eat and all my favorite restaurants are accessible through Metro. I heart Metro.

Everywhere: Created by Melina Mariano in Cultural on November 08, 2010 4:03 p.m.; I take Metro everywhere my pass will allow me whether going to the theater to enjoy a good stage show or the movies. I go to Universal Studios, various City/County festivals where the train and buses can take me. Sometimes ...

On Metro, It's Off to Work I Go!: Created by Kristina V. in Work on November 08, 2010 4:01 p.m.; I take Metro to all meetings I go to. I refuse to pay such a high dollar amount for parking. It saves me time and money. Metro makes work FUN!

Many Paths and Options: Created by Scott Vt in Work on November 08, 2010 4 p.m.; I'm always on on the southbound Metrolink from Upland to Union Station. I then ride to El Monte and take the 577X non-stop down the 605 where I pick up the Green Line. From there, it's on to El Segundo. ...

Enjoy the Arboretum in Arcadia: Created by Steve P in Cultural on November 08, 2010 3:50 p.m.; It's great for out of towners too! Don't hate be because I live down south. I fly to LAX, take the Green Line Shuttle to the Aviation/LAX Green Line Station, transfer at Harbor Freeway to the Silver Line, get off ...

Variable Commute: Created by Miles T in Work on October 27, 2010 9:16 a.m.; I get to and from work with the metro system and with a carpool. Which one I take varies each day. Usually I carpool to work and take the Red Line and Orange Line home in Valley Village, sometime I'll ...

Fast Fast: Created by Janson B in Shopping on October 27, 2010 9:13 a.m.; I like Metro for its quick point A to point B transportation. Thank you Metro!

Everywhere I Need to Go!: Created by Nicole W. in Neighborhood on October 21, 2010 11:57 p.m.; I use Metro on a daily basis to go back and forth from work.

Go Where You Want To Go!: Created by Brian M. in Neighborhood on October 21, 2010 6:43 p.m.; I pay $20 a week to ride as much as I want on Metro. It's so stress free! No matter where I want to go, there's a bus or train that will take me there. It's stress free and so ...

GOLDLINE Gogo Boy....: Created by Paul E. in Work on October 19, 2010 4:44 p.m.; Thank God for the Gold Line. I take it to work everyday and it saves me from stress, traffic, wear and tear on my car, fatigue, accidents, harsh weather conditions and, most of all, expensive gas. I currently drive to ...

Housekeeper Who Rides Metro: Created by Hila in Work on October 18, 2010 11:19 a.m.; These are some of the many places Metro takes me: Filmore Station, Sierra Madre Villa Station, Union Station, MacArthur Park, Los Robles, Alhambra and Del Mar Station.

Enjoy Riding Metro: Created by Leonardo F. in Cultural on October 18, 2010 11:25 a.m.; Metro Is A Fast And Safe Transportation Option For Me To Go Anywhere I Need To Go..It Save Me Some Money And Time And Also Has Me On Time To Any Location I Have To Go..Metro Is Improving My Ability ...

Less Traffic More Money: Created by Nayeli C. in Cultural on October 18, 2010 11:12 a.m.; Metro Takes Me Anywhere I Want...It Save Me Money And Less Traffic And Gets Me On Time To My Places And Don't Have To Be In A Rush...It Runs Pretty Quick And Very Often..There's Is No Reason For Me Not ...

Ramen & Ice Cream: Created by Mel L in Dining on October 15, 2010 3:38 p.m.; We take the Gold Line from Sierra Madre Villa station in Pasadena to Little Tokyo to eat ramen at Daikokuya, buy some mochi at Fugetsdo, then back up to South Pasadena for some ice cream and iced coffee at Buster's ...

Just Another Day in LA: Created by Angel Zr in Cultural on October 14, 2010 9:38 p.m.; A day pass lets our family arrive at Union Station, have lunch in Little Tokyo, wander through the toy district, visit Angel's Flight, admire the majestic Walt Disney Concert Hall, take a photo with Chick Hearn's statue at Staples Center, ...

It's easier than A-B-C: Created by Alexander T. in Work on October 13, 2010 6:13 p.m.; I take Metro almost every day, even tho' I have a car. You just sit back and enjoy the ride, while other people are stuck in traffic on the 110, 710, 10, 210, 105, 405... the rush hours traffic in ...

How Metro Saved My Business: Created by Tom F in Work on October 13, 2010 6:04 p.m.; I'm a self-employed traveling music teacher. In 2007 my drivers' license was suspended for failure to pay a ticket four years prior. It took me eight months to straighten it out; meanwhile, my only option if I was to continue ...

Traveling Is Great on Metro Rail: Created by Alexander F. in Cultural on October 12, 2010 4:16 p.m.; I mostly take the Red Line subway from Hollywood/Highland to Union Station. The stress-free 20 minute ride to the station helps me where I'm going in a fast, timely and comfortable way. I travel a lot on Amtrak across the ...

Loving LA: Created by Angelique Neumann in Shopping on October 12, 2010 4:20 p.m.; I love going to Downtown LA from Upland and using Metro to go shopping at Olvera Street or Chinatown with the family. We love trying different places! LA is very diverse and there is so much to do!

How I Get to Work: Created by Marie A. in Work on October 11, 2010 2:20 p.m.; Each and every day I ride Metro to work. Considering the distance I have to travel, Metro is a stress-free way to get there. I have been riding Metro for the last twenty years. I am so very grateful for ...

Exploring LA: Created by Cecily P. in Cultural on October 11, 2010 2:19 p.m.; I love to get a day pass and chose an interesting place to visit in LA. One of my favorites is the Getty Center. It is so much fun not having to worry about driving.

Everywhere!: Created by Ujjaini S in Neighborhood on October 11, 2010 2:18 p.m.; I take Metro to Downtown LA. Sometimes I transfer to the Culver City bus when I am headed to work, Santa Monica, or Venice. Anytime I want to avoid the hassle of parking I ride Metro! :-)

Old Pasadena: Created by Ezekiel H in Neighborhood on October 11, 2010 2:13 p.m.; From my cousin's house in Long Beach, I started at Metro Blue Line Wardlow station and directly took it to the red line to Union station. There we caught the Pasadena gold line to Memorial Park station, and I had ...

My Metro. My LA.: Created by Cecyloveangeles in Neighborhood on October 08, 2010 5:33 p.m.; Metro, oh, Metro! I love you! You're always there when needed, let it be an expedition to the South Pasadena farmers market for fresh produce, a trip to the Flower District for a bouquet of beautiful peonies, or a ride ...

I Ride Metro to Hollywood: Created by Bianca E. in Neighborhood on October 08, 2010 12:26 a.m.; From Pasadena I take the Gold Line to Union Station and then I take the Red Line to Hollywood. I arrive right near famous places. I spend my day walking, having lunch and shopping. It is a pleasure to walk ...

Metro Keeps The Love Alive: Created by Fernando I in Entertainment on October 07, 2010 11:43 p.m.; I use Metro every Friday Saturday and Sunday to go and visit my girlfriend. When I get off at El Monte Station, I take the Silver Line to Union Station then take the Gold Line and head over to her ...

Better than Driving!: Created by Jennifer D. in Work on October 07, 2010 11:43 p.m.; Early morning I take the Line 76 from Rosemead all the way to Downtown LA to get to work. After work, I take the Blue, Red and then the Gold Line to get to school. If I go to a ...

Sunday Outting: Created by Betty, B in Cultural on October 07, 2010 10:14 p.m.; My family and I enjoy taking the Gold Line to Olvera Street for lunch and cultural atmosphere.

Going Metro: Created by Cynthia U. in Neighborhood on October 07, 2010 5:04 p.m.; I go Metro to school, my kids doctor, a friends house, or just a trip to go eat a delicious meal.

Going Downtown: Created by Jack M in Neighborhood on October 07, 2010 5:12 p.m.; Metro takes me Downtown. It's fast and the Gold Line rocks. I don't have to pay for parking and it's easy to get in and get out. I go to downtown to shop, see local sites and have lunch with ...

My Favorite Place: Created by Humberto De Jesus in Entertainment on October 07, 2010 5:12 p.m.; Universal CityWalk is the best place in Los Angeles to spend the day if you enjoy food, shopping, night clubs, and arcades. When I go with my family I have a good time because Metro is so convenient and I ...

Flag Football Saturdays: Created by Kenneth D. Howard in Entertainment on October 07, 2010 5:11 p.m.; Metro takes me all the way from Long Beach to La Canada Flintridge/Pasadena on Saturdays to play in my weekly flag football game.

I Metro to Ramen: Created by Kamren C. in Dining on October 07, 2010 5:04 p.m.; I religiously ride the Gold Line from Atlantic to Little Tokyo and chow down on ramen and sesame seed string beans at Mr. Ramen, where funky reggae music's aplenty, then fill-up on tarty strawberry cheesecake at Yogurtland. All of this ...

My Ride to Work: Created by Karla G. in Work on October 04, 2010 6:28 p.m.; I work at a bank in Downtown LA but live in East LA. My morning commute involves me walking about 10 minutes or so to the Indiana Station, and then catching the Gold Line. I ride for about 15 minutes ...

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