The new texting and driving law goes into effect today, and it seems as if the population that is most directly aimed at (teens)...is more concerned about how to get away with it and prove that the police cannot prove they were texting while driving. Many teens claim that it won't stop texting and driving, and that may be the case, but with an initiative such as this if ONE life is saved from the law then it's well worth it. It reminds me of the starfish story...one person CAN make a difference potentially in the lives of many by refraining from texting while driving. The message that these teens are missing is that the law isn't being put in place to be a hassle or curb their instant gratification need, it's there for their personal safety. I've always said as a driver that I'm not worried about the way I drive. I'm worried about the way others drive. I've attached a link to some interesting PSA's and stories about the topic, enjoy...but hopefully you're not reading this while driving!!!
I used to text and drive all the time as if it wasn't an issue. At first, I thought the law was crazy. How would they catch us? But it's actually VERY obvious when someone is texting and driving. Sinc being in college I guess I've grown up a little bit and realized that the text can wait a few minutes. I like this law a lot, and it annoys me to listen to people complain about it. My roomate has a car on campus, and if I want to get around, I need to drive with her. There's a problem though; she texts and drives CONSTANTLY. It's very scary at times, but I have no problem telling her that I don't feel comfortable with it. Another thing, I can't believe people text and drive on the highway! One little swerve could send you durectly into another lane. God forbid it sends you in front of an 18 wheeler! I'm all for this new law, and I hope that more kids grow up and see that the texts can wait. Life is obviously more important that a text!
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