A Taxi Ride A Taxi Ride My mom always tells me, " Do not take a taxi alone. It is too danger for a girl taking by herself." I think my mom's word makes sense because sometime I hear some bad news about taking taxi, such as being transformed to a remote place and being asked for more money, other was that the driver chooses farther road in malicious intend to earn more money. Therefore, I seldom take taxi; no to mention I take it alone. However, the only one experience I had had changed my mind of taking taxi. Once, I was late for an appointment. With no choice, I took the taxi alone. I opened my purse when we were approaching my destination. Out of my expectation, I didn't have enough money to afford my fee. I was nervous and had no ideal about what I should do. The driver observed my embarrass situation and received my money which was fifty dollars less than it should be. I constantly said thank you to the driver and he just gave me a tender smile. After having this experience, I realized that though there are some danger, suspected people in our daily life, the world also has its brilliant, wonderful side. Most people in our society are kind not for the reward. As well as I be careful in my life, I should keep an optimistic view to see this world and try to help other people with my ability, just like the taxi driver did.