I think I'll take a moment here to articulate some thoughts i have been formulating. I went to a lovely holy lake today but am too tired to write about it - so i am going to record my musings from the 7 hour there and back bus ride.
I have decided that there is definitely a system to the Honking and 'Road Rules' They are as follows: (in case you ever drive in China, which actually foreigners aren't allowed to drive here, but JUST IN CASE!)
1. The Quick Honk or Quick Double Honk: means 'hello' i am on your left going to pass, just want you to know i am here. Note, if this quick honk extends to a longer double or even triple honk it means: What do you mean you couldn't hear my honking over the other Billion cars on this street? Why weren't you paying attention to ME?!?!?
2. The Beepity-Beep-Beep Honk: for waving at the small children on the side of the road.
3. The 30 Second Honk: This is usually reserved for pedestrians, motorcyclists, and the bicyling taxis to say - HEY! Pay attention! My big ass Bus is about to run you over. This rarely works until the 29th second when the pedestrian/motorcycle or bicycle FINALLY notices and gets out of the way.
4. And my personal favorite - the Two Minute Honk: This means I Fucking Hate You and/or used for traffic jams. The honk may last as long as the traffic jam so be prepared.
So - now you are aware and can't say you didn't know otherwise. :)
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