Fishing on the Bus

Fishing on the Bus

I’m always excited to introduce my friends to my favorite bus driver. Early afternoon, I can expect to be treated to the question, “Do you want to go fishing?” He cackles after asking the question and kneels the bus to us. Without fail, he will ask every person that steps on. He will even ask people waiting for another bus. He usually gets the stern death glare, but he keeps at it.
       
If you want someone to recognize you as a memorable bus driver, a common phrase does the trick. Whenever I think of fishing, I remember David Lynch talking about fishing for those big fish. Big fish are the ideas that are deep in the subconscious. His films are his big fish that resonate for him.
       
Big fish are in the bus. We just need to snuggle into a corner of the bus and start throwing the line. A ritual like a bus ride can dredge up some really big fish. Every time I ride the bus, I unpack my thoughts because I’m in transition and I have little worries. 

- Todd Little