A strange thing happened to me the other day when I was walking. I was walking on a small sidewalk by the Rippowam River in Stamford when I heard a bell ringing behind me.
I look back and there is a bicyclist behind ringing the bell to let me know he wants to pass me. Of course, I move to the side and let him pass.
Why is that strange? It is the law. A bike on the sidewalk must signal the pedestrian to let them know they are there.
It is strange because almost no one follows the law. Three years of walking and I can count on one finger how many times I have heard the bell.
It was very refreshing to see the law being used. Don’t worry my faith in Inhumanity was restored fifteen minutes later when on Bedford Street the driver made a right hand turn on red. Did not stop or even slow down when turning right.
Now on to a lighter note. Daylight savings ends Mid-March. I am looking forward to it for many reasons. One I can walk later in the day because the longer day. I don’t feel that comfortable walking in the dark. It is harder to be seen by motorist and other travelers. The second reason is sunrise is back around 6:45. I can get up at my usual hour and head down to the beach to view the beautiful sunrises. I know I could do it in December. It is just too cold at that time of the year.
Let’s enjoy the warming weather and the longer days
Keep on Walking
Stamford By Foot 