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Nasty driver has ruined my morning. Rant.

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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 09:22

I just wonder sometimes what is wrong with people? Why do some people behave with such utter rudeness? This morning I was on a dirt track road, and a man proceeded to drive onto my side of the road and stop right in front of me. Luckily i was driving very slowly otherwise it could have been a head on collision. I waited for him to move but he just started yelling at me through his window and gesturing that i'm crazy. I was genuinely getting upset as he was on my side of the road, he wouldn't move, he was being abusive and there was quite a queue forming and everyone was of course watching. In the end i reversed and pulled up next to him, and yelled that in Dubai, we drive on the right, maybe he should take a few more driving classes! Anyway, i drove off and called the road version of Al Ameen who took his plate number etc. I just feel so angry, he had me shaking and feeling nauseous, i thought he was going to ram my car! Just a little rant, thanks :)

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 11:49
Have had my first near miss with a nasty driver too this morning! The first in 2 years so I should be thankful. Yours wasn't driving a black sporty Mitsubishi Lancer around Al Ain Rd was he? I would shake this guy if I came across him! I had the kids in the car and so did the lady 500m infront of me who I saw swerve to avoid him too! Prat!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 10:50
I prefer the "go forth and fornicate" gesture myself but I keep stubbing my finger on the underside of the dashboard
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 10:46
practice some sign language underneath the steering wheel. :D :D :D lol that's something i must practice, as they go mental when you make the 'you're loopy' gesture.
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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 10:44
practice some sign language underneath the steering wheel. :D :D :D
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EW GURU
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 10:34
You can say dickhead and idiot without moving your lips!!! Or even with a smile on your face! I have had similar experiences, and for one instance, the situation was just so stupid I started to laugh outloud! The look on the idiot's face was priceless!! just got to say marycatherine that your name suggests a good wholesome catholic girl and your post says quite another...love it!
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 10:28
You can say dickhead and idiot without moving your lips!!! Or even with a smile on your face! I have had similar experiences, and for one instance, the situation was just so stupid I started to laugh outloud! The look on the idiot's face was priceless!!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 09:57
I had two cars driving right up my backside this morning on different roads just because I was doing the speed limit. Its the way it is I'm afraid. Learn to keep your face expressionless and don't react. Just get out of their way and once they have gone swear furiously under your breath and practice some sign language underneath the steering wheel.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 09:46
He must have had a lousey start himself and passing it on. Thankfully you did not have an accident. Hope the rest of the day is better.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 09:36
Very annoying... GirlAnachronism, But, stand up straight, take three deeeeeep breaths down into your tummy, and exhale this anger - don't let it spoil your day and health! From now on, have a just lovely day...
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 09:33
Well if he insists on driving on the wrong side of the road, he's going to have a prang pretty soon. Don't worry sooner or later he'll pick on someone bigger than him and get what for, always happens.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 09:28
I know Jules but that's the first time i've experienced anything like that and i'm just furious! Why do people behave so vindictively? Ugh. I'm also a little freaked out that he might work in my building in which case i'll see him around...will have to bite my tongue lol
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 03 January 2011 - 09:24
Annoying and as upsetting as it can be, you can't let idiot drivers get to you.
 
 

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