taxi fares and then some . . .

Flag-down rates go higher and higher.

Flag down indicates the start of the trip.

And it costs sooo much once the destination is reached.

The taxi driver did his best to avoid traffic jams and you arrived safely at your place of choice.

In relationships, flag-down is indicated by the slightest expression of interest.

A smile, a reply, a dirty joke.

Then the ball starts rolling. The ride begins.

And then it ends.

And it costs you peace of mind, sometimes almost your sanity.

But you both tried yoru best, and it was a good experience.

You learn in the end, and you're exactly where you are meant to be.

So it's not true that drivers are sweet lovers.

If anything, their work is the perfect analogy for pain caused by relationships.

So remind me not to hit on a cab driver.