(This post may contain certain words (eg. fool) which may sound harsh and offensive for some. If you find it offensive, stop reading NOW!)
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Answer: One will not exist without the other.
There are different types of accidents. Some are fatal; some serious injuries while others minor/no injuries. In this post, I’ll only cover the accidents that caused minor/no injuries.
If you’ve been driving for some time, I’m sure you would have notice how some drivers are just plain ignorant when it comes to traffic rules or safety. They may:
- switch lanes without signalling / looking into the mirrors
- drive out of a parking lot without signalling / looking into the mirrors
- drive in the wrong lane
- cut in front of you without signalling
- etc.
Sometimes, minor accidents happen when these fools are around. Other unsuspecting drivers become victims of such carelessness. Some of these accidents can be avoided if the driver (aka Mr. Foo-l) practised proper driving ethics. This group of “careless drivers” is not a specific group of the society. I’ve seen young, mid-age and old drivers driving recklessly. I’ve seen male and female drivers doing the same. I’ve seen different races doing the same.
Therefore, this isn’t about a certain group in the society. It’s bluntly on certain individuals who give no thoughts to public safety while driving.
I know that sometimes people do make mistakes. I have made plenty mistakes in the past. I’m not blaming these genuine mistakes. I was pointing out how some people are involved or caused an accident due to their own negligence. There are fools out there on the road. Just make sure you are not one of them.
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Hmmm…it must be the lack of sleep. It’s getting into my head. I’m feeling hungry but I couldn’t grab a bite. I easily get frustrated/angry when I’m hungry. Have I gone over the limit with this post?
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dude…i didn’t realise you were in blogathon.
sorry..been sick alot.
but..good luck ya!!!
@mott
No problem. Thanks for your pledge. Do get well soon (if you’re still sick).
This may sound harsh but the only way to get a fool to learn anything is to let them “draw blood”. Let them have an accident and lose an arm or a leg. While they’re cashing down their lessons, the rest of us should learn defensive driving a.k.a spot them early and get out of their way so that they self destruct faster.
@Fenton
Wah, your comment is harsher than my post. LOL. No, I don’t believe they should get involved in an accident to learn the lesson. At least I hope not. People should be more alert with their surroundings while driving. They must realize that they are not alone on the road. Be careful and hopefully accidents can be reduced.