Onya Mum

A fella climbed in the front seat last night and after giving his address asked, ‘Had a good night ?’. The usual opener from a friendly passenger. ‘For a Saturday, yeah’, I replied. ‘Usually it’s a circus but tonight everyone’s been fairly civilized...so far’. And so it was for the remainder of the shift.

In fact the highlight was a short fare early in the evening to Fox Studios, comprising a young couple entertaining an elderly mother. The fella sat up front and engaged me over the football being broadcast on the radio. The mother and young woman sat in the back and quietly chatted together.

Upon exiting the mother paused, to farewell me with, ‘Thanks for being so pleasant. That was very nice’. As I hadn’t spoken to her during the entire trip this unexpected and gracious compliment took me by surprise. It was so typical of elderly folk whose warmth and kindness can melt the toughest hearts...'onya Mum.

So, I take this opportunity to wish readers a cheerful and relaxing Sunday. And thanks for visiting Cablog, I really appreciate it.

Comments

[Ian]

Our pleasure; cheers

[Sheri]

You're welcome.

But thank you for such an interesting blog.

[Lee]

Well, we thank you for your blog...howzat for a good return> :)

Let's hope the manners the mother displayed are never lost. Good manners are simple, easy and a pleasure to share...and a pleasure to receive.

[steph]

Don't always comment, but always read. Thank YOU for posting something so enjoyable, informative and entertaining.

[Kelly]

I read your blog every day - And I catch cabs almost every day. Almost every time I wonder if I'll get into yours! Thanks for the good reads, have a great Sunday yourself!

[pcarmody]

Thanks for writing Cablog, we really appreciate it.

[Simon]

Read your blog most days.

Keep on keeping on.

[huggies]

Enjoy reading your blog.

[adrian]

Folks, it's my pleasure and glad you enjoy it. Many thanks.

[Sarah]

I used to live in the city and I read your blog almost daily to remind me of the night life and city humanity. I enjoy your insight and comments on the passengers. I enjoy catching a taxi, becasue I know it is a safe way to get home. Thank you for being a taxi driver as I know there can be a shortage.

[AdventureGirl]

Aaawwwww.... uncommon decency...