7:01 PM
Please tell me why...

I've been contemplating an issue that has been bothering me for quite some time now: 

What are the deciding factors of those in authority that led them to relocate the loading and unloading station at MRT GMA-Kamuning (originally in front of MLQU)?

As someone who walks to and from work daily, (covering approximately 2 kilometers in total) as part of my health routine, I find myself both accepting of and mostly irritated by the change. It's just an additional 650 meters (approx.), but one must also consider the challenge of walking five flights of stairs (southbound) when the elevator is out of service or when the line is too long. This is not to mention the length people have to walk on other segments of their commute. 

This got me thinking about the plight of individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, and senior citizens who now must walk extra distances just to access the MRT (specifically at GMA-Kamuning, as I'm not certain about other stations). 

I'm well aware that my mother, with her knee issues, would face considerable difficulties. Moreover, having accompanied some pregnant women during their last trimesters, I understand the physical strain they endure, especially those with complicated pregnancies even at the early stages.

These thoughts were actually set in motion when my right leg had been acting up weeks ago. While it was injured in a childhood accident, it doesn't qualify me enough for a PWD ID due to the nature of the trauma. I can only imagine the challenges faced by individuals with more pronounced mobility limitations.

It strikes me as ironic that, at a time when the world is advocating for inclusion, we seem to be growing less sensitive to the needs of those in the minority who require our support to be included. Some might suggest, "Use an alternative mode of transportation," or the more common sarcastic remark, "Take a Taxi, Grab or Angkas (etc.) if you're so concerned." However, it's essential to recognize that not everyone can afford these options.

Perhaps it's also time for me to replenish my supply of Seretide and Salbutamol, just in case.

P.S.: The lawful options are limited to the NIA North road or Petron/Landbank East Avenue. 

Just now there were people trying to hail passing buses, illegally, at the old (more sensible) loading area and in front of MMDA enforcers. I cannot run to the bus anymore since I'm so tired from work and had a lot of baggage. The enforcer asked me, "San Mateo ka? Hindi ka nagsabi."

And ladies and gentlemen, it's my fault that I did not ride the bus at the former loading area that they closed for whatsoever reason. 

Thanks for encouraging me to not follow your unit's new mandate. I was raised better than that though, and I'm not in such a hurry to go home. Sorry sir. 

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