The author's twenty-five-year journey on the New York City subway features a myriad of experiences across different lines, showcasing the evolution of their commuting preferences. While initially enjoying various trains for speed and accessibility, they ultimately found the G train to be perfectly suited to their needs as they transitioned their destinations to Brooklyn. The narrative is enriched with adventures reflecting the unpredictability of subway travel, including encounters with pickpockets and embarrassing moments after nights out, capturing the diverse, vibrant, and sometimes challenging life in New York City via its extensive transit system.
When moving back to the 2/3, it was a mixed blessing. I could go into Manhattan again—but did I really want to?
The G train was all I needed as more and more of my destinations were in Brooklyn. It was just right.
My adventures on the subway included falling asleep and ending up at the last station, where a pickpocket tested my vigilance.
Living directly above the C train, I could hear it rumbling into the station from my apartment.
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