I re-emphasized over and over again that driving was about communication, co-operation and negotiation with other drivers, and with pedestrians. I taught him to be alert, to never “block the box.” I explained as follow, “the box isn’t a physical thing, it’s an imaginary box formed by the crosswalk of the intersection. If there’s no space for your car, don’t block the other drivers.” I told him to never ever succumb to road rage, perhaps the dumbest emotion there is.
Finally, I told him a secret, “nothing gets a woman going like a man who practices safety because she knows she’s in good hands. It’s evolutionary. It’s biology.”
Not a peep from him. Not even a chuckle. Was he even listening? Did he take? I’m not sure to be honest. I’ve always had my doubts about the kid, he has always been pretty dull.
