Someone I've known for years and who seems like a generally sensible, kind and considerate person just posted this in the comments of her own social media update. Worst thing is that everyone else is mostly agreeing that, indeed, it's a good thing the CAR wasn't damaged. Whereas all I can think of is what happens if someone driving 1+ tonnes of metal fails to stop at a junction I'm crossing because they briefly nodded off... I have left what I hope is a diplomatic but clear response. And of course now I feel like I'm being preachy! But, argh! This general notion that it's all just a bit of an oopsie to fall asleep in charge of a potentially deadly machine - is there any hope of changing it? What I really wanted to say, but didn't, is - if you're so tired that falling asleep at the wheel is a risk PLEASE GET THE BUS.
As I haven't had a proper night's sleep since last Thursday, I momentarily feel asleep at the wheel on my way to {appointment} this morning and hit a traffic island {...} - luckily there doesn't seem to be any damage to the wheel or tyre but I REALLY need to get a night's sleep!
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