Re: What's in a name?
wintermute, on host 80.46.138.231
Tuesday, February 24, 2004, at 13:07:24
Re: What's in a name? posted by Howard on Wednesday, February 11, 2004, at 17:37:54:
> Could you be a Risk Taker? These are people who get their kicks from flirting with danger. You can look at your other activities and determine if you are an RT. > > Do you gamble? If so, do you gamble on things where the chance of winning is slim to none? > > Look at your driving habits. Do you drive faster than you should, or zip through a red light knowing that it will be red when you get there? > Do you run stop signs when there is no other traffic? Do you pass on a two-lane road when there is oncoming traffic? Do you use a cell phone while driving? Do you drive without insurance? > > Do you smoke? Do you jump from high places? > > The list goes on and on. There is a chance that you can drink without ever becoming an alcoholic. There is an even better chance that your parachute will open. The other car may have excellent brakes. But is it worth the risk? > Howard
I think it's slightly hypocritical to suggest that everyone avoid even marginal risks like this, and then fly during a time of elevated terrorist threat so that you can spend time on the slopes of an active volcano.
Aree you sure *you* aren't a Risk Taker?
winter"Also, motor scooter are more dangerous than cars"mute
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