There were some carpool lanes on the 405 in the beginning I think, but can't remember where else. The carpool lanes incident I referred to was on the way up to Seattle, and was between downtown portland and Jentzen Beach.
Nuke, you get coal in your stocking this year? Chin up, 2006 is another chance to get on the good list. That Red Ryder carbine-action 200 shot range model BB rife with a compass in the stock is as good as yours if you put your mind to it!