martinus | geleynse

I am proud to advertise the fact that I drive a small, diesel-powered car.  Two weeks ago, I drove from Grand Rapids, MI to Hamilton on 3/5 tank of gas (and I was even speeding!).  Despite my relatively environmentally friendly vehicle–I still always feel guilty when I drive around below the mountain.  The roads keep getting rougher and busier, and I’m a part of the problem.  It’s easy to wish that someone would simply install light rail all over the place–but somewhat unrealistic.  On the other hand, I can’t take the bus system b/c it would have taken over 10 hours to accomplish what I just covered in less than 2.

So–we’re back at square one again: what comes first, more public transit or more passengers?

I lived in the Hamilton, Ontario area for 9 years (1993-2002) before spending five years at university in Michigan. I graduated from my undergraduate program this past spring, and moved back to the city I call my home. Now, living here indefinitely, I find myself loving the city of Hamilton more than ever. I am thrilled by the latent potential of the downtown, and yet am baffled by the apparently self-loathing attitude of its general population.

I hope to use this blog as an outlet for thought about Hamilton and all things therein.

Thanks for reading–I hope you’ll check back soon.

If you get a chance, try to head down to Three16 this Friday evening. Emma Rush, a classical guitar instructor with Company of Artists will be performing. Not only is she incredible, but Reg (Three16 owner) is offering 5$ pints of Guinness! My wisdom teeth have an appointment with a dentist that morning, so I sadly can’t be there.