What do you do during the traffic jam? Share your experiences!

Dear Amit, Yes, India and Thailand are really 'famous' for its traffic congestion. Normally the locals will advise the tourists/visitors to plan extra hour to go to the airport due to the traffic congestion which may delayed the journey. However, if I am the passenger during the traffic jam, I normally checking the messages, or admiring the photos in my cell phone. If my son was with us, I will play with him games like 'I spy' or at times he brought along games like 'tic-tac-toe', 'five-in-a-row' and many more. We also play naming games like..name all the Cristmas songs, name all the singer, names all the movies or cartoons. We have to be creative when we are travelling long distance or caught in a traffic congestion:) Thanks for sharing, I truly enjoy reading your response

I travel alone most of the times, so don't have anyone else with me. Its so sweet that U spend the time during jams playing with your kid. Even I liked all your ideas, and will implement these once I get married and have my kids.

Dear gracefuldove, You are absolutely smart and wise! Nowadays, modern families prefer to go for a long holiday overseas intead of stuck at those frustrating and costly jam. I have been trying to explain this theory to my husband every Chinese New Year. I told him, it is better to visit his mum at any other days besides Chinese New Year. Visit more often is better than visit once a year and taking high risk of the traffic. Cheers and happy myLotting!

I am relaxing and keep relaxing on red lights. I appreciate your stand that you don't over react when caught in traffic jams and you do not get into hurry to reach the school of your son. I buy your argument that safety is primary and other things could wait. I've become accustomed to daily traffic jams and I've adopted myself to the situation. I wrote a poem also about red light and green light, you may like to see the below mentioned link: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1846777/red_and_green_colours_.html?cat=10 Have a great day! Cheers!

Oh Noooo...relax..relax my dear. Yes, those traffic jam and red lights really make me mad too. At times it really get into my nerves especially if I am late sending my son to school. The school prefect will be waiting at the gate to jot down the names of students who came late. However..SAFETY FIRST! So, I will tell my son, if really late, no choice...let them write down your name, as long as not 3 times consecutively. Sometimes, it is really 'Murphy' Law. When we are late, there will be always road accident, or some car stucked - battery flat - to create the traffic congestion, then it seems every traffic light are always RED... Happy travelling and happy myLotting. Cheers :)

The link: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1846777/red_and_green_colours_.html?

Dear cwong77, Your baby is the best, at least you can play with her. Seeing her giggle and smiling, really makes all the tension go away...best remedy! Oh yes, I remembered one of the Chinese New Year when my family and I travelled back from Johore to PJ, as we entered the Seremban highway, it was a 'standstill' jam. I spontaneously asked my husband "Do you have the Seremban 2 house keys with you?" He answered "Yes, why?" Just turn in there and go to the house and relax. So all of us went to our Seremban 2 house (Just vacant as the previous tenant moved out). We take an afternnon nap and later take a shower and continue our journey back to PJ. By then, the traffic is clear and much smoother...

Dear cwong77, Early in the morning have discount on toll? Before what time? By the way, normally where do you travel to during the festival? Are you using the North-South Highway. Lately Touch&Go came up with a new card that gives discount on North South High Way and KFC at certain outlet.

Iriene, travelling during the festive seasons always 'kill' us.. these days the road systems are better, comparing to those time when roads are really limited. Now with the expansion of the roads, despite the high toll that we are paying, traffic gets slightly better. me too always get stuck in traffic during the festive, especially if we travel on the eve, so we now decided to only travel early in the morning.. since sometimes we could also enjoy discount too!

Dear James, I heard about reading the book or newspaper during the traffic jam. But it normally practice by the passengers in the car, not the driver.. You are really 'the special one'. However, do focus on your driving and always cautious. Do not too engrossed in reading the newspaper, then the car at the back will horn you

Dear cherrc, Nice to meet you here at myLot. You are very wise and always be prepared to make yourself occupied during this frustrating moment of jam. Great job, keep it up Spending quality time with your nephews is fun and this will make them occupied too. They are sure lucky to have such a wonderful aunty However, if I am the passenger during traffic jam, I normally check the messages on my cellphone, admiring photos in my cellphone. If my son was with us, I will play with him games like 'I spy' or at times he brought along games like 'tic-tac-toe', 'five-in-a-row' and many more. We also play naming games like..name all the Cristmas songs, name all the singer, names all the movies or cartoons. Thanks for sharing, hope to hear your views on my other topics too!

nice to meet u too irene! taking into consideration as a commuter, using cellphone while in the public transportation is feasible but invting to the snatchers and some other bad elements in the public. we just need to b careful to be contributory on any of those. and yes, hope to see u again in other discussons. take care. ü

not to be contributory i mean. tnx! ü

Dear Carol, Yes, me too...normally I will enjoy the songs on the radio. I will sing along and at times 'shake-shake' abit to those dancing tune... However, if I am the passenger during the traffic jam, I normally check my messages, admiring the photos in my cell phone. But if my son was with us, I will play with him games like 'I spy' or at times he brought along games like 'tic-tac-toe', 'five-in-a-row' and many more. We also play naming games like..name all the Cristmas songs, name the singer, names the movies or cartoons. We have to be creative when we are travelling long distance or when in a traffic congestion:) Cheers and take care :)

Hi dear i always like ur responses and u know what, i really aoppreciate that you do ur best to respond on all comments and this is really great. Well spreading arrow is not good all the time as u know it can create problem, Take care

Dear cupid, You should shoot the cupid arrows and spread some 'love' to cool down the tension.. You are indeed very thoughtful and wise to take the initiative to go out and try to sort out with other people so that bottle neck could be cleared! Great job, two thumbs up for you Totally agree with you, listening to some nice & soothing music, sending SMS is a great way to handle this situation. OH yes, hope and pray that it never happen again! Great to hear your response, take care!

Dear daliaj, Being in a traffic congestion is really frustrating. So, we need to find a creative way to divert our boredom and stress. Listening to music is a great way. At times, I will just sing along to the tune :) I remembered a few years back, one of the Chinese New Year, my family and I travelled back from Johore to PJ, as we entered the Seremban highway, it was a 'standstill' jam. I spontaneously asked my husband "Do you have the Seremban 2 house keys with you?" He answered "Yes, why?" 'Just turn in there and go to the house and relax.' So all of us went to our Seremban2 house (It's vacant as the previous tenant just moved out). We take an afternnon nap & later take a shower and continue our journey back to PJ. By then, the traffic is clear and much smoother. Thanks and take care:)

Dear biman_s, Yes, India and Thailand are really 'famous' for its traffic congestion. Normally the locals will advise the tourists/visitors to plan early / extra hour to go to the airport taking into consideration of the serious traffic congestion which may delayed the journey. If I am the passenger during the traffic jam, I normally check messages or see photos in my cell phone. If my son was with us, I will play with him games like 'I spy' or at times he brought along games like 'tic-tac-toe', 'five-in-a-row' and many more. We also play naming games like..name all the Christmas songs, name the singers, names the movies / cartoons. Listen to the music is also a great way! We have to be creative when we are travelling long distance or caught in a traffic congestion:) Thanks for sharing, I truly enjoy reading your response :)

Dear Karen, You are well prepared with magazine, puzzle book & pencil to fill those frustrating time. I remembered when my son was much younger, we were stuck at the Summit, Subang Jaya traffic congestion. My son was playing and out of sudden, he said "Mummy, I want to 'shishi' (a baby language for peeing). That was a terrible jam on a 4 lanes main road. So, I just get a small shopping plastic bag for him to do it For guys is much convenience...but ladies..?? Thanks for sharing and happy myLotting :)

that is so true.. being stuck in traffic with a loved one, makes all the diffence in the world, and sometimes it becomes one of our more favorite experiences.. One time, my siblings and I were stuck in a 5 hour traffic jam.. we just listened to some John Mayer songs, and sang along with it, we were like crazy people inside the car, singing loudly and pretending we were in a concert. lol. those were good times.

Hi, it is very true, when we are with our love ones... time just seems passing by fast. and less tension too! Let me share one of the experience from our myLotter here (response no. 20) 'cwong77'. She too has find that spending time with her baby daughter during traffic jam is less frustrating... This is what she wrote :~ '[i]Nowadays, I get better coz I can still play with my baby while she is in the car.. previously, stuck in the traffic on my own is really killing me.[/i]' Thanks for sharing and do keep in touch!

Dear meapas, You are really well prepared....an amazing great planner too! I like your idea on Plan B. Contingency plan..2 batteries for your mobile phone..WOW! It happened to me once, my cellphone out of battery. I have to change some coins to make call on the public phone. If we have important appointment, it is advisable to start early to avoid the usual peak hours jam. Also this will give us some buffering in case of emergency or unforseen circumtances of sudden 'traffic congestion' Cheers and take care :) Btw, I did comment to your response yesterday night but something was wrong with Firefox, it just did not post...so I did it again today...All the best :)

Hi, Welcome to myLot. Glad to hear from you Our myLotter (response no. 14), 'Cupid' had shared how he was stuck in traffics jams twice, thrice which lasted about 2-3 hours. On one occasion he too went out and try to sort it out with other people so that bottle neck could be cleared. It took them 90 mins in dusty and heat to sort it out so it start moving. Both of you are very good and thoughtful, Great job...keep it up Oh yes, I remembered one of the Chinese New Year when my family and I travelled back from Johore to PJ, as we entered the Seremban highway, it was a 'standstill' jam. I spontaneously asked my husband "Do you have the Seremban 2 house keys with you?" He answered "Yes, why?" Just turn in there and go to the house and relax. So all of us went to our Seremban 2 house (It's vacant as the previous tenant just moved out). We take an afternnon nap & later take a shower and continue our journey back to PJ. By then, the traffic is clear and much smoother. Thanks for sharing, hope to hear from you on my other topics too :)

Iriene88, Well, let's see if there will be enough discussions for me to respond to, to reach 2009 then. I think I would prefer to be in a traffic congestion in Bangkok, Thailand over India, as the place is much friendlier and safer. Also, I can always while away my time in a nice restaurant or shopping mall till the congestion is over. You know the shopping in Bangkok is just fantastic and not forgetting those delicious steamboats or succulent seafood.

Dear skysuccess, Another 5 post you will reach 'this year 2009' Your story is really classic..Unbelieveable! The driver actually well prepared with urinal bottle I believe this is through experience! Thanks for sharing your true experience here, so that we know what to expect in Mumbai and BE PREPARED. Truly appreciate it :) India and Thailand are really 'famous' for its traffic congestion. Normally the locals will advise the tourists/visitors to plan extra hour to go to the airport due to the traffic congestion which may delayed the journey. All the best and do keep in touch! Have a wonderful weekend!

Dear skysuccess, I was in Bangkok and Pattaya in May-June 2007. Yes, Bangkok and Pattaya has wonderful shops and abundance of food. But have no chance to try the steamboat :( Thanks for the information on the traffic congestion comparison between this two highly congested city. By the way, what industry are you in, are you in IT or Accountancy? It seems your job require you to travel

Dear Charlie, Browsing internet with laptop? That's great You must be using a USB Modem? That's cool, wish I have one too! However, if I am the passenger during the traffic jam, I normally checking the messages, or admiring the photos in my cell phone. If my son was with us, I will play with him games like 'I spy' or at times he brought along games like 'tic-tac-toe', 'five-in-a-row' and many more. We also play naming games like..name all the Cristmas songs, name all the singer, names all the movies or cartoons. My son will eat snacks too... We have to be creative when we are travelling long distance or caught in a traffic congestion:) Thanks for sharing, I truly enjoy reading your response!

Dear sssb, Welcome to myLot. Great to have you here! It is quite entertaining to look out the window and observe the busy shops and the people with their daily routines. I used to do that also when I am sitting in the bus It is good that you are travelling with your friends. Can chat and have great discussion too. The next time, you can talk about the advantage of joining myLot too Cheers, hope to hear your views on my other topic too!

Hi, Yes, those traffic jam and red lights really make me 'crazy'. Some times it really get into my nerves especially if I am late sending my son to school. The school prefect will be waiting at the gate to jot down the names of students who came late. However..SAFETY FIRST! So, I will tell my son, if really late, no choice...let them write down your name, as long as not 3 times consecutively. Sometimes, it is really 'Murphy' Law. When we are late, there will be always road accident, or some car stucked - battery flat - to create the traffic congestion, then it seems every traffic light are always RED.. Listen to the radio or ipod is great...at least is makes us less tension :)

Hi, Yes, traffic jam is a problem face everyday in those big cities! It is good that you always get a book and ipod handy during those hours. However, if I'm the passenger during the traffic jam, I normally check messages, see photos in my cell phone, etc. If my son was with us, I will play with him games like 'I spy' or sometimes he brought along games like 'tic-tac-toe', 'five-in-a-row' and many more. We also play naming games like..name all the Christmas songs, name the singers, names the movies or cartoons. We have to be creative when we are travelling long distance or caught in a traffic congestion :) Thanks for sharing, I truly enjoy reading your response

Dear remleman, Welcome to myLot, glad to hear from you I truly agree with you, listening to songs really a great help during this bored and frustrating moment. At times, I even sing along.. However, if I am the passenger during the traffic jam, I normally checking the messages, or admiring the photos in my cell phone. If my son was with us, I will play with him games like 'I spy' or at times he brought along games like 'tic-tac-toe', 'five-in-a-row' and many more. We also play naming games like..name all the Cristmas songs, name all the singer, name all the movies or cartoons. Thanks for sharing, truly appreciate it. Just some tips for you since you are new here. Your one sentence response do not earn $ here. You need to response at least 3-5 relevant sentences. A quick summary from what I understand:- 1) Every response that you post, you will be paid. BUT bear in mind, make sure at least minimum 3 relevant sentences regarding the topic in discussion. A few cents per post..so the more you post, the merrier! 2) If you start a topic, then it is advisable that you comments on the responses that you receive in order to earn. Again, minimum 3 relevant sentences! If you include a photo in your discussion, it earns too! myLot pay on your commentsfor the responses you received... 3) You can get referral to join under you. You will be paid 25% of their earnings on postings here. So get more referral and it boost your earnings. 4)I think (not so sure), the higher rating and with more quality response, the earnings is higher! Just try and see for yourself. If this strategy is true, let me know too:) All the best and hope to hear from you on my other topics!