Edited March 6, 2016
I do not text and drive and would only use a cell phone/mobile phone while driving in an urgent situation. It would be the same for any handheld digital device.
However, being somewhat impatient I can understand the temptation to attempt to multi-task while driving and engaging in a conversation.
From the New American Standard Bible:
Ecclesiastes 7:8b states: Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit.
In the context of this article, may I suggest that patience of spirit is better than a potential car accident! Perhaps one should at least strongly consider pulling over to the side of the road before using the mobile phone or any handheld device. In the Greater Vancouver area the minority of drivers that take unnecessary risks or do not pay enough attention while behind the wheel makes driving in this area tricky. I think certain persons that drive while talking on their mobile phone provide another potential hazard.
http://merly35.blogspot.com/2007/02/cell-phone.html
ReplyDeleteAn article from my Mom's blog.
It's illegal over here to use a hand-held phone while driving. I think it would all be too distracting for my mind and hands.
ReplyDeleteThanks Keziah,
ReplyDeleteHere in North America many Provinces and States have resisted making the practice illegal. I agree the practice is generally too distracting for many.
Never owned a cell phone? Wow!
ReplyDeleteThere are times when I wish I could survive without one. However, mostly because of my job, I will always be tethered to the wireless 'voice box'.
I shake my head everytime I go to the mall and see 10 year olds walking around and talking on cell phones. Why does a 10 year old need a cell phone?
Yes, sales people need cell phones that are "sell" phones. If I was a parent I would give my child the use of a cell phone for potential emergency situations and not everyday use.
ReplyDeleteCheers, Wade.