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Happiness is the smell of fresh air
Thu, 10/22/2009 - 3:47pm | by jradosevichThe New York Times has a story today about how more Americans are asking themselves, “do I need a car at all?” instead of assuming that a vehicle is simply a necessary part of their lives.
The headline asks, “is happiness still that new car smell?” Even if we have to get behind the wheel once in a while, I think we can agree that – NO, happiness isn’t the smell of a car, it’s the smell of fresh air.
It begs another question, which is when are cars truly necessary?
Sometimes it surprises people how much you can do on a bike or with your own two feet. So I thought it would be fun to ask everyone about something you’ve done on your bike or without a car that you used to think required a car.
I’ll go first. Read more >
Grand Old Day and Car-Free Streets
Tue, 06/09/2009 - 10:36am | by blindeke
Grand Old Day may have some problems, including a bit' o' the ol' public drunkeness, but it is a great chance to enjoy one of Saint Paul's nicest streets without cars. Read more >
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