do you speed?

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

If you were to go 85 or 95, how much time would it save you? In case you're not a math person, over the course of a 120-mile trip, it would save you 9 minutes.

I have no idea of the nature of the emergency. Hopefully someone called 911 so professionals could be on the scene. But I still don't see the logic in endangering the lives of drivers around you to save 10 minutes.

What if you're Ryan Moats's wife and those 9 minutes are the difference between having one final moment with your mom...or not?

[Schneed10]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

What if you're Ryan Moats's wife and those 9 minutes are the difference between having one final moment with your mom...or not?

Well he was detained by a cop, so that's different.

But in the world of the hypothetical, I guess put on your flashers. Like I said, that would probably signal me that something's up.

But you really shouldn't be driving if you're in a tough emotional state like that, regardless of the speed you're going.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

Well he was detained by a cop, so that's different.

But in the world of the hypothetical, I guess put on your flashers. Like I said, that would probably signal me that something's up.

But you really shouldn't be driving if you're in a tough emotional state like that, regardless of the speed you're going.

Come on man. Be realistic. Put yourself in his shoes. If your wife's mother was just minutes from death, you both would be upset and emotional about it. Would you tell your wife, sorry honey, I'm too sad to drive us to the hospital?

[mredskins]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

What if you're Ryan Moats's wife and those 9 minutes are the difference between having one final moment with your mom...or not?

I would not be shelfish enough to endanger others so that ?I could spend the last 9 minutes with my mom. Nothing justifys endanger other people's lives or your own by driving reckless and fast.

My cop friend always says the most dangerous weapon you can give someone is an automoblie. I tend to agree with him.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by mredskins

I would not be shelfish enough to endanger others so that ?I could spend the last 9 minutes with my mom. Nothing justifys endanger other people's lives or your own by driving reckless and fast.

My cop friend always says the most dangerous weapon you can give someone is an automoblie. I tend to agree with him.

Moats wasn't hauling ass like a jerk, he was probably speeding a bit, but he had his hazards on, and the reason he was stopped was for running a red light. However, he came to a complete stop at that light, and when he saw no other cars were coming, he went through the intersection. Sure, he violated a traffic law, but it was pretty defensible given the circumstances. I certainly wouldn't say he was recklessly endangering other people's lives.

[Schneed10]

Originally Posted by GMScud

Moats wasn't hauling ass like a jerk, he was probably speeding a bit, but he had his hazards on, and the reason he was stopped was for running a red light. However, he came to a complete stop at that light, and when he saw no other cars were coming, he went through the intersection. Sure, he violated a traffic law, but it was pretty defensible given the circumstances. I certainly wouldn't say he was recklessly endangering other people's lives.

This is why I don't like to argue hypotheticals, it's just confusing and pointless.

We're not debating what happened to Moats, we're debating whether it would be OK to speed excessively if you had a relative on their deathbed and you had moments to see them one final time.

[mredskins]

Originally Posted by GMScud

Moats wasn't hauling ass like a jerk, he was probably speeding a bit, but he had his hazards on, and the reason he was stopped was for running a red light. However, he came to a complete stop at that light, and when he saw no other cars were coming, he went through the intersection. Sure, he violated a traffic law, but it was pretty defensible given the circumstances. I certainly wouldn't say he was recklessly endangering other people's lives.

I never said Moat did this, I was saying I would not do this.

GM not to be a jerk but you should try re-reading post before commenting a few times here and in the "advice needed" thread you have made remarks then had to back peddle cause you said the wrong thing. I have done it too, just saying.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by mredskins

I never said Moat did this, I was saying I would not do this.

GM not to be a jerk but you should try re-reading post before commenting a few times here and in the "advice needed" thread you have made remarks then had to back peddle cause you said the wrong thing. I have done it too, just saying.

Actually, the way I read it, you did:

"I would not be selfish enough to endanger others so that I could spend the last 9 minutes with my mom." (Not to be a jerk, but I fixed your typos/spelling )

That sounds to me like you said you wouldn't be selfish enough to act the way Moats did.

I appreciate your input, but I don't think I need much help with my reading comprehension.

[mredskins]

Originally Posted by GMScud

Actually, the way I read it, you did:

"I would not be selfish enough to endanger others so that I could spend the last 9 minutes with my mom." (Not to be a jerk, but I fixed your typos/spelling )

That sounds to me like you said you wouldn't be selfish enough to act the way Moats did.

I appreciate your input, but I don't think I need much help with my reading comprehension.

Ok fair enough, I am self proclaimed horrible speller. Plus at work I don't take the time to proof read. Sorry I am tired and having a bad day.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by mredskins

Ok fair enough, I am self proclaimed horrible speller. Plus at work I don't take the time to proof read. Sorry I am tired and having a bad day.

No worries. Hope your day gets better. I swear I have a food hangover today. I consumed mass quantities yesterday.