Drivers
There are some decent ones, some good ones, and some STUPID ones. (not going to point at any specific states..*utah*..) Where do I begin?
My first reason for wanting to post this came to me as I was heading to work. I work at a mall, and so as I was parking in the parking garage, (a little rushed) the person in front of me was going at a snail's pace while looking for a spot. -Take that back: a snail would have beat him in a race.- UGH! Now, I do not support speeding in parking garages, but you could go a llliiiiitttle faster, buddy! I wish I knew what they were thinking..."Maybe if I go slow enough, someone will hurry to their car, which is parked in this marvelous front area, and back out just as I get there. The people behind me won't mind!". Enough said.
Next- Turn Signals. Dear Utah/Stupid drivers. There is a magical switch in your car that you can use ANYTIME when you would like to inform others of your upcoming turn! Preferred by most, (or by law.. you pick) this switch should be used about eee...100 ft BEFORE your turn, just to inform and allow people time to prepare for your upcoming move. Please use this method often, in fact, as often as you fancy, then more! Thank you. Sincerely- People driving behind you that have to slam on thier brakes when they see that YOU can't decide where you're going until .0333 milliseconds BEFORE you turn.
O goodnesss... anyone out there feeling my pain? I am a somewhat safe driver. I pay attention, speed a little here and there, but I try to be considerate as often as possible. I also am a usually trustful driver, and don't panic to much about other cars around me. But that has not recently been the case. For some reason lately, (these past 2 months or so) I have not trusted ANYONE on the road. I always see people drifting into my lane, changing lanes quickly, not see me until it was almost too late, or just being plain stupid.
(A tribute to Jordan Harris) Here is what I call "Being #1". This is a growing epidemic in the driving world. People who have caught this disease tend to feel that they are #1. This means that they suddenly feel like they are the only drivers on the road/parking lot. They feel as if they are entitled to turn, back out, merge, or brake anytime they feel inclined. I, with Jordan as well, (who invented the term) have started calling out people with this problem while driving. You wouldn't believe how often this term is used : "Well- I guess YOU'RE #1!" Try it out sometime! You won't believe how many people firmly feel this way, and how many times you are cut off (and more) while driving.
Now, I hope you have enjoyed my little rant. It might seem as if I am complaining, and I am. I do hope that others feel this way as well, and would love any comments or concerns you have on this topic. Thank you again and remember- There are others on the road; Pay attention.
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