Common sense in common areas

The sidewalk of life

The pavement, sidewalk, curb or kerb. this is the area meant for pedestrians.

• Never ride bicycles on the sidewalk. Nor speed by on roller-skates or boards.

• People move into a new neighbourhood with many a fear and doubt. A welcome smile or a cheery wave can set then at ease. That is basic courtesy.

• Avoid walking more than two or three abreast.

• While a stroll or saunter may be relaxing to you, you may be the cause of a pedestrian jam. Watch your strides.

• Allow others to pass.

• Never force people to get down on to the road and face speeding traffic just because you think you have right of way on the pavement.

Step 'n style

Lil' gestures that mean so much

Points to ponder:

• A gentleman never pushes in front of a woman in order to get on to the bus first.

• The young and healthy should be ready to give up their seats to the old, the ill, and to a mother with a baby.

• Gender is not the issue here. A young girl should not accept a seat from an old man, even if he offers it.