Why I Can

There are a number of reasons why I think this experiment to live without a car is doable. I realize that not everyone is in a similar position, and I imagine you may not necessarily want to be, but this is why I can even consider it:

1. I work in a home office. It is a game changer from the start. If I had any type of commute, this experiment would most likely not be happening.
2. I live in a walkable and bikeable part of my community. I can easily get to the post office, restaurants, farmer's market and the bank with a short walk. My daughter and I can walk to her school. I can bike to a grocery store and pharmacy. I made the choice to live in town so that I can reach these destinations without a car.
3. I have access to transit, and for a small community, I think the transit system is relatively robust. I'm about to become much more savvy about it.
4. The College of William & Mary has Zipcar, and as a member, I have access to those vehicles. I'll admit that I can't be car-free in Williamsburg. I am aiming to be free from owning a car.  Whether it's shuttling my daughter (and her stuff) to her dad's every other week or visiting friends, there are destinations where I will need a car. Conveniently, I'll be able to use them. But it will require more planning and forethought about the reasons for the car. 

This whole effort is designed to eliminate spontaneous driving and be more purposeful in my travels. And that's where I think the change for me lies, and I think some important lessons, in general, are inevitable. Perhaps you, dear readers, might learn something, too.