Did not expect to see the big envelope in the mail today, but there it was! Also had my parking tickets -- I'm in the Maroon Lot next to TCF. Not ideal parking (my 3rd choice I think) but it's better than walking 5 blocks!
I walk 5 blocks all the time - free, though
I was probably the one scolding you. Actually I am lucky if I am able to find a spot within two miles of the U. I am definitely going to start paying for parking . . .
I hate the waiting too, but I was able to park near the exit at the Oak Street ramp the last few years. Getting into that ramp was always the bigger issue. Now that should go much quicker if you paid in advance -- no waiting for someone to get change. Plus I am in a surface lot so it is much smaller! I didn't mind the waking that much but my girlfriend is a "freeze baby" and it has always been a big issue for her.