Perfect timing

My flight times were arranged such that I'd beat most of the LA afternoon traffic, keeping my drive up the coast at a manageable 2-3 hours.

Naturally, we were delayed (mechanical issues - no, I don't want to travel on a 5-hour flight without working bathrooms, but I really wish we didn't have to make that choice) just enough that I exited LAX exactly at the height of rush hour.

Now, I generally love the coastal drive, but NOT:

a) for over 4 hours

b) after 6.5+ hours on the plane

c) in the dark

d) by myself

e) slightly lost

f) without reliable radio

g) or cell phone

Grrrrrrr.