Wandering through Laguna Beach (as seen through an office window)

Hello out there in cyber-land. I am sitting here in my office, which means that I get to look out the window and think. While doing that, I inevitably end up watching all the cars drive by and the people walk by. I seem to be seeing a trend out there on the roads.

1. People appear to be so focused on themselves that they don't acknowledge the world or other people around them. It seems to be a "me first" mentality. (As I wrote that last sentence, a car honked at another, because they didn't wait their turn at the stop sign) I think we can learn a lot about ourselves and others by how we interact at a busy intersection that has a 4-way stop. It has definitely made me change my outlook. I take more time and let others, who look like they're in a hurry, go first. It is sad to look at myself and see that I have and still do (a little less now then before) fall into the "stop sign" trap!
2. People aren't enjoying their travels! Let's face it, when was the last time you went out and wandered around aimlessly for no reason. And, guess what, going downtown to walk around and just look is more of a tourist thing, so that leaves us with a reason. The reason always seems to drive us! Why can't we drive and have the reason just be a result. I don't know how DEEP that was, but it made me think just now. This little community of ours needs some good vibes. So if we are all in a rush to reach the final destination, we can't enjoy the trip and share it with others.
3. I also wonder how many of the vehicles I see passing by are needed or for show. The Range Rover's, Viper's, Maserati's, Lamborghini's and so forth (please forgive me if I didn't name the luxury vehicle that you drive to show your status). I have one of those cars that could be in this class, but it was an employee, "I'd be stupid to pass up", deal on a Jaguar. My past life in the auto world. It's a great car to drive and enjoy, but I don't get to enjoy it enough, because I always have someplace to go!!!

Well, that's my philosophical wanders of the day. It may be that this was caused by the overcast weather, I don't know. I hope that this will lead one person to change their driving (as a Ferrari screams by) habits, styles and attitudes. I am thankful that we in Laguna have a more "relaxed and mellow" attitude that other areas, but I am still here in Laguna watching it all go by.

Thanks for letting me vent and as usual...if you see me wandering around Laguna in my little grey Subaru (my wife has custody of the Jaguar), please say hello!!! Cole