Monday, November 13, 2006

CAUTION: Slow Ped-Xing

It seems like people no longer take nice leisurely strolls. There are no more evening walks after dinner or a nice saunter during a pleasant afternoon.

Actually, here in the “south,” there is still a tradition of ambling walks during the afternoon, and those occur in between class periods on the campus of the University of Florida.

Pedestrian crosswalks are designated for people to cross at and feel safe. Pedestrians feel safe because it is the law for cars to stop.

However, this does not mean that cars should wait 15 minutes while you pause in the middle of the road to retrieve your cell phone, tie your shoe, or talk with your friend as you cross paths in the middle of the road.

It is really annoying to most people to have to wait while you daydream through the crosswalk. Just increase you pace slightly and try to make the world and the roads run a little smoother.

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