Post by pennylane on Jan 30, 2008 17:14:54 GMT -5
This was in our last nights local paper open column. You GO GIRL!!!
Penny
Respect parking spots for handicapped or else
Published Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Dear Editor, the Tribune: I want to apologize to the owner of the brand-new Cadillac I scratched up pretty good the other day and the owners of dozens of other cars and trucks.
All these vehicles have one thing in common: They either parked illegally in handicapped zones or ignored the "leave room for ramp" sticker on the side of my van.
If these people are this selfish, disrespectful, irresponsible and just plain lazy, at least do this: Go to the nearest license bureau. Either cut your finger or tell them you like to drive 10 miles an hour below the speed limit, and they’ll be happy to give you a placard.
The other day a car was, No. 1, illegally parked in the handicapped zone; and, No. 2, not leaving room for my ramp to open all the way. Between my ramp and my wheelchair and my keys having sharp edges, that car was messed up by the time I got in my van. Oh well, and ha ha!
Cops don’t do anything about people illegally parking, but I do. You might not pay the fine, but you will have to have your car fixed. You know who you are.
So next time you park where you shouldn’t, you better hope I don’t see it. I’ll go out of my way to ticket you my way.
Especially if I’m having a bad day. My life is tough enough without inconsiderate people having no regard for anyone but themselves.
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Penny
Respect parking spots for handicapped or else
Published Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Dear Editor, the Tribune: I want to apologize to the owner of the brand-new Cadillac I scratched up pretty good the other day and the owners of dozens of other cars and trucks.
All these vehicles have one thing in common: They either parked illegally in handicapped zones or ignored the "leave room for ramp" sticker on the side of my van.
If these people are this selfish, disrespectful, irresponsible and just plain lazy, at least do this: Go to the nearest license bureau. Either cut your finger or tell them you like to drive 10 miles an hour below the speed limit, and they’ll be happy to give you a placard.
The other day a car was, No. 1, illegally parked in the handicapped zone; and, No. 2, not leaving room for my ramp to open all the way. Between my ramp and my wheelchair and my keys having sharp edges, that car was messed up by the time I got in my van. Oh well, and ha ha!
Cops don’t do anything about people illegally parking, but I do. You might not pay the fine, but you will have to have your car fixed. You know who you are.
So next time you park where you shouldn’t, you better hope I don’t see it. I’ll go out of my way to ticket you my way.
Especially if I’m having a bad day. My life is tough enough without inconsiderate people having no regard for anyone but themselves.
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