Just last year, our neighbor's child was playing basketball in the driveway and the ball rolled out onto the street. As any kid would do, he chased after it and was nearly hit by a car. If it wasn't for the quick thinking and effective braking of the driver, our neighbor's child could have been hurt… or worse.
School is out for the summer! The kids love it... but it means drivers need to be extra cautious. Children, who are used to playing within the safe confines of a schoolyard are now running and playing through their neighborhood, completely oblivious to drivers who might be going by.
Take it easy, especially in residential neighborhoods. Treat those like you would treat a schoolyard and watch for kids.
