Most people think of themselves as great drivers. Yes, that goes for me. I am a good driver. The sad truth, however, is that we are all hazards to the public safety … in someone else’s opinion.
My teenage son thinks I’m terrible because I don’t use my blinker every time I turn the wheel more than a half a turn. I tend to think it shows a definite lack of intelligence to put on your blinker when there’s not another car in sight for miles. When I explain this to him, his eyes roll back in his head as he bites his tongue and starts taking deep breaths. But I remember having similar thoughts about my Mom’s driving, so I’ll give him a pass. I guess it all has to do with a person’s perspective.
My grandmother once pulled out of a parking lot directly into some oncoming traffic and caused a three-car pileup. The man driving the front car jumped out of his car, ready to do battle with her for doing such a stupid thing. He wasn’t prepared for the little gray-haired lady who marched up to him shaking her finger, scolding him like a two-year-old.
“What in the WORLD were you thinking? You should have seen me coming! Now look what you’ve caused!”
Like I said, it all depends on your perspective.
When I’m in a hurry, I can’t believe how many IDIOTS out there go so slowly. I always seem to get caught behind one of them on a curvy two-lane highway. They slow down, speed up, slow down, and never, ever pull over to the shoulder to allow you to pass. I always wanted to be able to flash a sign that said, “Hel-LUH-oh! Do you see the miles of cars behind you?” Or how about on the interstate when not one, but TWO cars go side by side under the speed limit. Yep, I need my sign.
But when I’m in my Sunday-let’s-go-for-a-drive mood, I can’t believe how many MANIACS are out there! They swerve in and out of traffic, and then have the NERVE to tailgate me like I’m the one breaking the law. I always wanted to slam on my brakes just to teach these sorts a lesson. Heehee … I’m sure they’re cussin’ me and wanting to flash me a sign.
So basically, anyone who goes faster than me or slower than me is an idiot.
It all depends on your perspective.
