by Nicole Jordan
My commute has always been one of my favorite parts of the day. It begins with a bus ride through Central Park, which allows me to admire the changing colors of the leaves, and ends with a subway ride where I tend to peek at the names of the books people are reading or do some reading of my own. Regardless of the fact that I travel along the same route day in and day out, I’m constantly fascinated by the rhythm of the routine. Not only do I find a sense of comfort in seeing the familiar faces of those who travel along the same path, I also enjoy being greeted by unexpected people, like a musician who takes advantage of the subway station acoustics to play soothing music during the morning rush hour, who never cease to amaze and inspire me.
My love of commuting has piqued an interest in how others travel to and from school and work. Recently, I watched the documentary On the Way to School (available on Netflix) which describes the stories of four children in different countries and the obstacles they face during their commutes. These determined children spend hours walking, horseback riding, or rolling a wheelchair to receive their education. As you follow each child’s story, you witness narratives of strength and passion that inform you of the goals of each child. The documentary is simply inspirational and beautiful to watch.
My love of commuting has piqued an interest in how others travel to and from school and work. Recently, I watched the documentary On the Way to School (available on Netflix) which describes the stories of four children in different countries and the obstacles they face during their commutes. These determined children spend hours walking, horseback riding, or rolling a wheelchair to receive their education. As you follow each child’s story, you witness narratives of strength and passion that inform you of the goals of each child. The documentary is simply inspirational and beautiful to watch.