To the dumb, DUMB lady on oxford street, crossing at the intersection this morning. Ok, yes, there is a pedestrian crossing signal at that intersection, but JESUS lady, dont hit the button and immediately start to stroll across 4 lanes. youre VERY lucky that i saw you in time, but i was in a big truck, and how would things have gone for you if there was a vehicle on my right. you HAVE to wait a minute, or youre fucking dead….just think next time..PLEASE
This article appears in May 15-21, 2008.
If a pedestrian doesn’t make eye contact with the driver(s), they deserve to be their hood ornament.
I HATE when this happens. Even if they do make eye contact, if you’re close to the crosswalk it takes some time to stop! Pedestrians have to give drivers enough time to put the brakes on and enough time for the car to then stop before they walk! Don’t fling your arms up in exasperation at me because I can’t screech to a halt when you’ve decided to start crossing at the same time my car has reached the crosswalk!