
Speed Therapy
by BLESS AUBREY OGERIO
I WAS 19 when I fulfilled my long-time dream of legally driving a car and obtaining my license.
It was the typical midnight drives and fun road trips, getting the most out of my freedom. But as I drive along the journey of growing up, hitting 405 becomes less fun and more of a responsibility, especially when I am about to experience another unpleasant surprise at the local gas station.
Getting from one place to another would be a hassle if it were not for my motorcycle and four-wheeled APV car. Be it an important school event or a spontaneous hang-out, the privilege of this comfort has kept me away from Metro Manila's traffic congestion.
Until the slow traffic started to roll, followed by the constant checking of the gas tank, and finally getting fru...