One short trip I often take but really do not enjoy is the journey from my home to a large wholesale market on the outskirts of my city¹. It takes around forty minutes by bus, although the actual distance is not very far. I usually go there once or twice a month², mostly at the weekend. My family runs a small online shop, so we need to buy packaging materials and occasionally look for new products. Since the market offers lower prices and a wider range of goods than ordinary shops, going there is a practical choice³. However, I dislike this trip for several reasons. First of all⁴, the bus is almost always crowded, especially on Saturday mornings. I often have to stand all the way while carrying a large bag, which is tiring and uncomfortable. On top of that, the route is frequently affected by heavy traffic⁵, so a journey that should be simple can feel surprisingly long. Another reason is that the area around the market is rather noisy and dusty. There are delivery vans, people pushing carts, and shop owners calling out to customers everywhere. By the time I get home, I usually feel exhausted rather than productive. Although I understand that the trip is necessary for our business, it is definitely not something I look forward to⁶.