Post-it Notes

Note to self: Don’t look too closely while driving by an area that has some trees—there could be a man taking a break (and I don’t mean coffee!)
Note to self: Don’t step in a puddle, it may not be water. Most babies do not wear diapers out in public.
Note to self: Don’t think you are necessarily safe in a vehicle. Nobody wears seat belts and there are no car seats available for children.
Note to self: Don’t think you are necessarily safe while riding a moped or bicycle. Nobody wears helmets and usually there are 2-3 riders at a time. I have seen moped drivers where the child is standing on the platform, the dad is driving the moped, another child behind the dad and in between the mother all while carrying a load at the back.
Note to self: It is not necessary to hang on to anything while standing during the bus ride during rush hour. The mere amount of bodies keeps you upright and securely in place. You don’t know what it means to have your personal space invaded (I’d prefer the word violated) until you ride the bus around dinner time. The words “pressed ham” come to mind as people are literally pressed up against you. Or another word picture for you: a 42 inch waist trying to squeeze into an 18 inch corset.
Note to self: The sidewalks are not just for pedestrians. Cars will park on the sidewalk if a spot on the street can’t be found. Likewise, mopeds will scoot on the sidewalks to avoid something or someone on the street. Pedestrians are at the bottom of the food chain; expendable, so watch out!