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   Susannah Shepherd :meowheart: (susannahwrites@mastodon.nz)'s status on Sunday, 08-Dec-2024 12:21:59 JST Susannah Shepherd :meowheart:

   I have just been screamed at by a man in a double-cab ute because I didn’t thank him when I walked across a pedestrian crossing in front of him (he was going at a crawl in heavy traffic). What, I’m supposed to thank you for complying with the road rules and not killing me? Mind you, when out walking, I now assume *all* double-cab ute drivers would kill me, based on observation of driving skills.

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     Susannah Shepherd :meowheart: (susannahwrites@mastodon.nz)'s status on Sunday, 08-Dec-2024 12:21:58 JST Susannah Shepherd :meowheart:

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     I’m always puzzled by people who enthusiastically thank drivers who stop at pedestrian crossings, it sends such an awful message. When those people are driving, do they thanks everyone who stops at a red light when they’re going through a green?

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     Bob LeFridge :tinoflag: (boblefridge@mastodon.nz)'s status on Sunday, 08-Dec-2024 12:29:03 JST Bob LeFridge :tinoflag:

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     • Dave

     @Daveosaurus @SusannahWrites

     Like Dave ⬆️ I also grew up in a time where basic courtesy was the norm. It takes no effort to say thanks or give a driver a nod when they've stopped for you.

     The way I look at it, every interaction I have with other people is a small opportunity to put a smile on their face or make their day just a little better.

     Not acknowledging another's good deeds seems churlish when it costs nothing & makes both parties happier.

     Also: the ute driver was out of order.

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     Dave (daveosaurus@mastodon.nz)'s status on Sunday, 08-Dec-2024 12:29:04 JST Dave

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     @SusannahWrites I grew up long enough ago that thanking people for doing what they should do (or are paid to do) anyway is just something you do. Everything from buying chips at the night-and-day to going through road works. But the throwing of a big toddler tantrum if someone is too busy or forgetful to be polite is never acceptable.