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Old 08-02-2011, 10:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Chief X View Post
I'll offer my two cents at the risk of being flamed - from a runner's and biker's perspective... if more people would get off of their dead butts and do some exercise - they may be more understanding about bikers, runners, walkers etc. Everyday here, I find that I have to either jump off the shoulder (golf cart/ bike lane) to avoid being hit by either a golf cart or car.

My second month of living here, I too was hit by a car. Thankfully, it was a low speed impact and only slightly injured my arm. The best part was that the man who hit me, was only concerned about the dent in his car. Neither he nor his wife asked me if I was ok. "Look at the dent you put in my car" was all that he kept saying...

I'll continue to run and bike daily and watch carefully as everyone rolls by in their carts, cars or any other motorized vehicle they happen to have. The Villages are a fun place to explore under your own power - try it!

Chief X
As one of those people who don't get off of their "dead butts," I have to say that not all of us lack understanding for bikers, etc., but beyond that I do fully agree with you. As for the poor guy who hit you? Well, all I can say is that someone who is like that is a...... (excuse my French)

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