I've seen this so many times - I'm sure you have, too. The driver that acts as if they are the only one on the road - that the entire highway was built just for them and that no one else would ever dare use it.
You're driving along when the car in front of you suddenly comes to a complete stop with no obvious reason. You use all the braking power and quick reflexes that you have to avoid ending up in their backseat, and then they continue on their way.
You're driving along and sudden;y someone from 2 lanes over decides that they want to drive in front of you in your lane - no signal, no notice other than you see this aggresive (possibly clueless) driving.
You're driving along and someone - oblivious to your presence - makes a right turn right in front of you after moving all the way across the expressway in the amount of time it took you to drop your jaw and take evasive action.
Are these people lost? Oblivious? Clueless? Poor-mannered? Self-absorbed? Maybe a little of each?
Driving sure can be an adventure. Be very careful.
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Why stop with drivers - what about people on their cell phones who are clueless, lost and self-absorbed? Wait - those may be the same people.
It's crazy I know - keep 2 hands on the wheel and hold on -
Good Luck,
Laurie Bailey-Gates
Crazy is right. I saw a gentleman driving during rush hour traffic today reading the PAPER!
Steve~ I can't believe some of the things I see drivers doing while driving, it really is scary! I have even seen women putting on mascara while driving and looking right in their rear view mirror!
It's scary out there!
Good timing on this one Steve - My daughter just got her driver's permit today! Yikes.
Steve...
I used to spend a lot more time in traffic than I do now, and I hated it! There are some crazy drivers out there.
Steve, the worst one for me was a woman reading a novel that was propped against the steering wheel; she was weaving from side to side and obviously engrossed in the book. (I called 911, but I doubt if they bothered)
Texting is the latest problem. I've seen it several times.
For years, I've been proposing a "Donna Highway." I am going to only allow other Donna's to use it unless I'm actually allowed to drive it all by myself. I get so sick of other "bad" drivers that I just want an escape from them.
My favorite is when someone cuts me off by driving the wrong way in a parking lot and then flips me off when I have to slam on my brakes to avoid hitting them!! Grrrr!! ~A:)
I think cell phones are the worst distraction. Every day it seems I am cut up by someone who does not even see me because they are talking on the phone.
Steve - traffic and the excesses of Los Angeles drivers is the one thing I miss the least about our move from California to Southern Oregon. Those drivers lead to the totaling of one vehicle I had and injuries as a result of another. And the uninsured driver that caused the injury accident placed a claim on my insurance! What a world we live in...
Steve, I am paying for the road so I will use it as I wish!
Signed,
Princess- driver that was talking on the phone. Almost missed her exit but then decided it wasn't the right one. Breaked in front of you then regrouped, dialed another number and went on my marry way after flipping off someone who did the same thing to me. The true talent, I was applying mascara the whole time. I never saw you there.
This morning on the way to work, I noticed at least three drivers who apparently are celebrating "Blinker Free Friday"!!!
I hadn't heard about the holiday Craig speaks of. I will be celebrating later this morning! Who am I kidding- It is a way of life.
Signed,
Princess
I actually saw some one doing a sodoku puzzle as they were driving the other day, and they say talking on the phone is a bad thing???
I think the problem is more that people dont think!
You know, I think they are a bit of it all!
I have thought all the time that people should be re-evaluated every time they renew their license. I know that sounds like it would be a huge hassle, on the drivers side AND the DOL, but people who don't drive safely or effectively have no business being on the road in the first place. I say re-testing for all!! ;)
Thanks for sharing, Nicole Weidauer
The Egerer & Weidauer Team, Keller Williams Realty North Seattle
Or, God forbid, texting while driving. BTW, nice graphics where do you get them from? I am so paranoid anymore to use anything other than my own.
Ryan,
You might be right - except the times when we're on the phine. :)
Steve
Laurie,
There's so much craziness out there. I have more to post. Stay tuned. :)
Steve
Valerie,
That's just crazy. What was he looking for - the obituaries? :)
Steve
Vickie,
I guess when you oversleep or multitask you can put makeup on while driving. :)
Steve
Ha ha ...my sentiments exactly! But I guess if you really stop and think about some of the scary near misses that you yourself may have caused you realize that it is usually due to letting your mind wander off onto other matters instead of your driving.
Debbie
Thomas,
It is scary out there, and you wonder how some of them survive. :)
Steve
Darla,
I'm sure you have set a good example for her. Tell her to always give the other guy plenty of room. :)
Steve
Richard,
I'm thankful I don't have to drive so much anymore. I also used to drive much more. :)
Steve
John,
You obviously saw both types of texting - reading text and typing it. Ouch! :)
Steve
Donna,
That's not a bad idea - having your own highway. Probably wouldn't catch on, but it's a nice thought. :)
Steve
Alisha,
I actually got run into a couple of years ago that way. The other driver tried to put their car in a space that they couldn't access from the wrong direction. My parked car was in their way. :)
Steve
Ellie,
I see that some. I think it's any type of distraction or not paying attention that's behind some of these erratic moves. :)
Steve
Karen,
I do hope you are well after that. The uninsured motorist is a meance. I had one hit my car a few years ago - didn't even get a ticket. I also had a dear friend almost killed by one many years ago. :)
Steve
Melody,
That is rich. Love it. Great response. Thanks for the creativity. :)
Steve
Robert,
I wouldn't even try one of those sitting by the pool - forget about while driving. Wow. :)
Steve
Nicole,
Something needs to be done but not sure about re-testing. People would be on their best behavior, do all the right things, leave the cell phone at home. :)
Steve
Craig,
That is a fun observance - I see that practiced on the Interstate. :)
Steve
I figured you could take a little ribbing.
Melody,
Thanks again. Now go have a blinkerless day. :)
Steve
Kelly,
I get them from Microsoft Office, and if I am reading the user agreement correctly there's no problem using them like this. :)
Steve
Debbie,
Right you are. You really have to think and concentrate while driving. :)
Steve
Melody,
Enjoyed it. Love your sense of humor. Anytime. :)
Steve
I especially like the one where they stop in front of you for no apparent reason and with no warning...........looking for lipstick? ...what the heck? lol
Steve, please excuse me for answering Liz's question- How will I get out of a ticket? You have to look your best at all times. A wink and tears help but you have to have the full effect with the lips. Quivering without lipstick is useless.
Liz,
Yes, that is one of my favorites - or they pull out a map as if it had to be done right there in the middle of traffic. :)
Steve
Mel,
Clearly I could not have given that response. Thanks. :)
Steve
Hey Steve, You know sometimes it's like playing dodge ball....
Teresa,
You're right, but I don't think I like that image - you can get hit hard playing dodge ball. :)
Steve
Steve - It seems that no matter how safely you drive, you can have an accident - because of another person's unsafe driving habits. You constantly have to be on your toes, don't you? :)
Debi, You sure do. And just as we are driving defensively and allowing extra room, somebody comes along and decides to fill it. :)
Steve
Steve - injuries all healed, but boy was I MAD. My insurance carrier got quite the earful from me when they wanted to pay off the uninsured motorist because it would be less costly than paying legal fees to fight her.
Melody - you are a kick! :->
Steve - and I bet if you asked them, they think they are good drivers. This morning I watched an elderly person in a minivan pull out in front of a loaded dump truck- on a 4 lane highway that has a speed limit of 50 MPH. Didn't even see it coming! Luckily the truck was quick to react - and blare his horn! If they'd have wrecked I would have been there to verify the truck driver did nothing wrong!
Here's your sign.....
Karen,
Very glad you're healed. Insurance companies look for the easiest and cheapiest ways out of their situations. :)
Steve
April,
Sure glad no one was injured or damaged. Unfortunately this type of thing happens a lot. :)
Steve
Steve,
Me too. The damage to the minivan would have been extensive, they would have thought a train hit them! With the aging population I see the pull out deal quite a bit. I don't think the eyes are working very well!
April
April,
I think they don't appreciate the speeds or the distances between vehicles as well either. :)
Steve