Distracted and reckless Driving

Whether you're reading/typing a Text Message/Email/Tweet/Facebook post, taking a selfie or looking at photos while you're driving, YOU ARE(BY CHOICE) DISTRACTED. You no longer have control of your vehicle and therefore, you are making a choice to not care about everything you've learned in order to get your driver's license. (if you have one and if not, that's another moronic choice to drive without a license) If you think you're "capable" of doing such things because you've been driving for so many years, then go up to distraught parents who have lost a child due to someone's selfish choice to not pay attention to the road and explain to them just how capable YOU are. Then imagine what it would be like to hear such words after your loved one has been killed due to someone else's distracted driving. It doesn't matter how old you are. It doesn't matter how many years experience you have driven a car.

It's no different than an idiot thinking they can run a red light and make it every time. Wouldn't you want other people to drive safe if your friends and family members are on the road? If you're still willing to drive distracted, You're no different than anyone that thought "it's just a short text message" or "I can make this light if I go fast enough" and ended up killing someone. Choices Matter.

2 bad words

Accident: "An unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury."

 Hmm "unexpectedly" So am I  supposed to believe that all of these assholes that have gotten one or more than one DUI had absolutely no idea that driving drunk causes vehicle collisions, crashes, death, injuries? You don't UNINTENTIONALLY go out to get drunk WITHOUT MAKING A PLAN FOR A SAFE WAY HOME FIRST. That is a CHOICE!! Drinking and driving ... whether it's a fatality or injury or a crash without death/injury if the driver is intoxicated the crash was PREDICTABLE! Not only that but it was also PREVENTABLE!! It just doesn't happen by accident. *You* THE DRIVER know better.


Mistake: "An action or judgment that is misguided or wrong."

Another word that grinds my nerves when it's misused. How the hell are we in today's society "misguided" when it comes to making the choice to drink alcohol to the point of being "buzzed" or drunk and drive off without a care in the world? How does anyone not know that is wrong before they CHOOSE to do it? Especially when it happens every day, and it's mentioned in school, driving classes, etc? A mistake is when you do something not knowing the outcome or consequences. It's not doing something you KNOW for a fact has horrible consequences.  It's not just assuming nothing will happen.  But I hear it all the time. Moron gets drunk. Moron drives. Moron crashes. "I made a mistake" "We all make mistakes" "I'm human" Can you honestly say that shit with a straight face when it is someone else's doing and YOUR child in a casket? (You need to care about them first) I can't be the only one that is sick and tired of family members, friends and judges babying and standing by these assholes. First of all, if anyone drives drunk and gets pulled over -first offense- or not that idiot should not only lose all driving rights but should be on house arrest for 2 years + 15yrs probation. If the DUI driver causes an injury or death to another person, the driver needs to be away from civilization just like any other murderer. I realize that this is just all wishful thinking and it's 99% the victims and their families that get more time in hell than the murderers, rapists, child molesters, and all the pieces of shits out there that have ever driven while drunk. If anything needs to change, it's the justice system. Choices Matter

"It will never end"

That is what I'm told when I talk about drinking and driving awareness. If it will "never end" then that is only because people that think that way don't want it to. If more people were really against it and more vocal about this problem then it'll happen less and less. Yes, I believe that. But when you just turn away from it as if it doesn't concern you, it'll keep happening. You know people that drink? You know people that go "bar hopping"?  You know people that attend tailgate parties/Superbowl parties/holiday parties, etc..? Then bring the subject up. Ask how they get place to place when they go out. Ask what their plans are. Don't just hope/assume nothing will happen when you know it definitely could and does happen every single day.  You're not special nor are you immortal. Choices Matter.

Everyone that crashed their vehicle because they were dumb enough to look at their phone or because they drove drunk, thought they could handle it.

Samantha Runnion (Not alcohol/crash related)

 Beautiful 5-year-old Samantha Runnion was abducted and murdered by a sex offender. These evil, subhuman cretins have already done vicious things to children, but for some f’ed up reason, those crimes were not bad enough to keep them in prison forever or at least rid the filth from the Earth. And now, because the justice system is so corrupt, there are so many convicted sex offenders not in prison, they are allowed to roam the streets. How safe do you really think your children are? Not only do people have to worry about potential sex offenders but they also have to worry about the ones that already committed heinous crimes against children. Having laws such as Megan’s Law are helpful, but there are still so many people who don’t take them seriously or they don’t even know the stories behind them, because they are just so afraid of being accused of being “paranoid”, they’d rather not know if there is a pervert living on their block. They think if they [the criminals] are let out of prison then they MUST be cured and they deserve a second chance. Ok, what about the innocent child that they tortured? Where is their 2nd chance at a safe childhood? There are so many people out there (mostly women with children) that are actually willing to have a relationship with a KNOWN sex offender or anyone with a criminal/violent past and allow
that "person" into their home because they (the criminal) "have changed." I do NOT see any logic in that at all. No ones "love life" is more important than the safety of their children! The bottom line is sex offenders/child killers deserve to stay in prison indefinitely. Either that or if there is absolutely no way to keep them in prison forever then give them capital punishment. If that can't happen then castrate them! Cut off all four limbs! PROTECT THE INNOCENT! How do I know they will offend again? Honestly, I WOULD RATHER ASSUME THEY WILL THAN GIVE THE SCUM THE CHANCE TO DO IT AGAIN!! Think about it. Does that really sound like a bad idea to you? If it does, obviously, you don’t have children or care about what happens to children or any other living being for that matter including YOUR FAMILY. Seriously, don’t just let them free for "good behavior" or because there aren't enough prisons or because their prison time is up. Whatever the reason to set a criminal free is an absurd reason. And it will have consequences. I am well aware that torturing the inhuman bastards won't take away the pain of the victim or bring them back to life but it WILL PROTECT other children(or anyone else) from THAT monster!!!! Could you look at a 5-year old that has been abused and tell them that the monster that hurt them is not locked up anymore because what they did just wasn't bad enough and now they are free to look for their next victim? Still don't get the point? Oh ok, let them back out on the street so the maggots can keep attacking our children! Maybe YOUR children. Wow, that’s a genius idea! Choices Matter

The Choice is Yours: Prevent Impaired Driving

Impaired driving is a preventable choice. When a crash occurs, it's not an accident or mistake - it's a consequence of a deliberate decision. You know the risks of driving drunk, impaired, or distracted, and you acknowledge the harm it can cause. So, make a responsible choice: plan ahead, use Uber or a taxi, or opt for public transportation. If you can't afford a ride, reconsider spending money on alcohol. And remember, there's no emergency that justifies texting and driving - pull over safely if you must respond.

Think before you drink, think before you drive distracted. It's not just your life at stake; it's the lives of others on the road, your family, your job, your freedom, and your reputation. Make smart choices, care about the consequences, and prioritize safety. The lives that matter are worth it.

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HELPING YOUR CHILDREN FEEL SAFE

What are the most important things parents should tell children about safety?

1. Always check first with a parent, guardian, or trusted adult before going anywhere, accepting anything, or getting into a car with anyone.
2. Do not go out alone. Always take a friend with when going places or playing outside.
3. Say no if someone tries to touch you, or treats you in a way that makes you feel sad, scared, or confused. Get out of the situation as quickly as possible.




Tell a parent, guardian, or a trusted adult if you feel sad, scared, or confused.
There will always be someone to help you, and you have the right to be safe.

What should a parent know when talking to a child about safety?

1. Don’t forget your older children. Children aged 11 to 17 are equally at risk to victimization. At the same time you are giving your older children more freedom, make sure they understand important safety rules as well.
2. Speak to your children in a manner that is calm and reassuring. Children do not need to be frightened to get the point across. In fact, fear can thwart the safety message, because fear can be paralyzing to a child.
3. Speak openly. Children will be less likely to come to you about issues enshrouded in secrecy. If they feel that you are comfortable discussing the subject at hand, they may be more forthcoming.
4. Do not teach “stranger danger.” Children do not have the same understanding of “strangers” as adults; the concept is difficult for them to grasp. And, based on what we know about those who harm children, people are known to children and/or their families actually present a greater danger to children than do “strangers.”
5. Practice what you preach. You may think your children understand your message, but until they can incorporate it into their daily lives, it may not be clearly understood. Find opportunities to practice “what if” scenarios.
6. Teach your children that safety is more important than manners. In other words, it is more important for children to get themselves out of a dangerous situation than it is to be polite. They also need to know that it is okay to tell you what happened, and they won’t be tattletales.

All content in this blog was taken from :::FAQ:Child Safety

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Speak Up, Save Lives

Distracted driving, including cell phone use and eating while driving, is a dangerous choice that puts lives at risk. If you're a passenger and the driver starts texting, speak up and offer to help. Don't wait until it's too late and you're left with devastating consequences.

We often see people become advocates for safe driving only after they've been affected by a tragic crash involving alcohol or distraction. But why wait? Every day, someone dies at the hands of a drunk or distracted driver. This is a problem that affects us all, and it's crucial to take action now.

When you're out with friends, don't let them drive after drinking or using substances. Don't assume they can handle it, and don't turn a blind eye. If someone is impaired and gets behind the wheel, you're complicit in any tragedy that follows. So, say something, do something – it's your responsibility. Don't wait until reality hits you hard; make the right choice now. Your voice can save lives. Choices matter, and speaking up can make all the difference.

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