Okay, so here’s the deal. I had to figure out directions to Planned Parenthood the other day, and let me tell you, it was a whole thing. I mean, I know we all use our phones for everything now, but sometimes you just gotta get a little resourceful, you know?
First thing I did, obviously, was fire up Google Maps on my phone. Typed in “Planned Parenthood near me.” Easy peasy, right? Well, it gave me a couple of options, but I needed to figure out which one was actually the closest and easiest to get to considering traffic and all that jazz.
So, I checked the estimated travel times for each location. Google Maps is usually pretty good about this, but I also glanced at the traffic conditions. Saw one route had a big ol’ red line indicating a slowdown. Nope, not going that way.
Next, I looked at the public transportation options. I don’t always drive, and sometimes it’s just easier to hop on a bus or train. I tapped on the little “transit” icon in Google Maps, and it showed me the bus routes and train lines that would get me close. Turns out, the bus was the best bet for me this time around.
But here’s where it got a little tricky. The bus stop wasn’t exactly right outside Planned Parenthood. It was about a 5-minute walk from the stop. So, I switched back to walking directions and made sure I knew exactly where I was going once I got off the bus.
I took screenshots of the walking directions just in case my phone lost signal or something. Old school, I know, but you can never be too careful. Plus, I also wrote down the address on a piece of paper. Yeah, paper! Remember that?
On the day of my appointment, I double-checked everything before I left. Made sure my phone was charged, had my bus pass ready, and glanced at my screenshots.
The bus ride was uneventful, thankfully. I got off at the right stop, pulled out my phone (and my paper!), and followed the walking directions. And bam! There it was. Planned Parenthood.
Honestly, it wasn’t rocket science, but it just goes to show you that even in the age of smartphones, a little bit of planning and preparation can go a long way. Plus, it felt kinda good to rely on my own resourcefulness, you know?
Key Takeaways:
- Use Google Maps (or whatever map app you prefer) to find nearby locations.
- Check estimated travel times and traffic conditions.
- Explore public transportation options.
- If necessary, get walking directions from the bus stop or train station.
- Take screenshots and write down the address.
- Double-check everything before you leave.
That’s my story. Hope it helps someone out there!
