Restive State

Almost a year ago, to the day nearly, I posted on the inability of drivers in Arizona, notably Flagstaff, to drive. In a post titled, "Overcompensation" I laid out these reasons and theorized that things were better elsewhere.

I was wrong.

They suck here too. Really, who comes to a screeching halt on a freeway in ruch hour? Well if you drive the 26 anytime, that is a very good proposition. And usually for no apparent reason. On this same road, driving west-bound you get sun in your eyes. It's not like this is a new development for anyone who has ever driven this road, yet everyday, when the sun hits their eyes, like little Oregonian vampires, we react and slam on our brakes.

In the middle of traffic.

Traveling at 55mph.

Because there is a bright shining ball of yellow levitating in front of you.

Not that you couldn't see that there is sun ahead of you beofre you drop into the valley and take appropriate measures; like putting down the sun visor before you pass into the light. Far too smart and well-thought out for Oregonian drivers.

Now my favorite pet peeve has to do with the city of Beaverton, who seems to the believe that no one can turn left at an intersection without a turn light. Gone is the ability to turn left on the green light, no, you're stopped by the red arrow banning all movement, even when there is so little traffic that you push your car through the turn. And to make matters worse, the sensors and timing for these lights are so shoddy that you can sit for what seems like an eternity at the light waiting to go, watching all the others continue on their way. While nice when there is traffic, a blinking yellow would be a nice touch.

Oh well. Til later...