A Word of Caution
Disagreeing with the Road
By Tiffany Beumer 

A year ago everyone was out in shorts and no jackets, this year it’s snow boots and layers of clothes. I understand we live in Ohio and they say the weather changes in a split second, but this weather is unbelievable. 

One day the sun is shining a beam of warmth, the next we are out building snowmen. Not only does the weather affect what we wear but also our driving can become hazardous. I’ve heard someone once say that when you live in Ohio you aren’t afraid of a little bit of snow. Just like the weather, one’s mind can be changed in a split second. 

I was driving to work Thursday; mind you I drive a Honda Accord. The roads had a light dusting of snow, but it was nothing to talk about. As I was slowly turning right onto Birt Street off of Sweitzer, I noticed my car was disagreeing with the roads. A few feet ahead of me sat an elderly woman at a stop sign just watching as I was heading straight for her. Not a second too late my car finally came to a halt, I then took a sigh of relief. The wide eyed lady looked as relieved as I. I waved a motion of apology as she nodded in understanding. As I turned into work I was still a bit shocked but I couldn’t help but imagine what would have happened if my car would not have stopped. 

It may be a little late in the year for a reminder, but I hope everyone is cautious as they are out driving in any form of weather. As we are all unaware of what tomorrow may bring, I hope you all stay warm… or cool!