Rainy Dangers for Tall People

And I don't mean because tall people get wet first- I mean because when rainy, everyone elses umbrellas are somewhere between my neck and eye level. Quickly, the safety and security of a sidewalk turns into an alleyway where eyes can be lost and jugulars can be sliced on a whim.

Now I cannot blame those who are vertically challenged as the only thing they ever need to look up towards are, well, tall people; however that doesn't mean that courtesy of personal space should be neglected either. Think of how we often shuffle out of the way if we have a large bag or briefcase so as to not hit or bump those nearby...now think of how most people tear down the sidewalk with metal spears gouging out a 3 foot radius around them!

Now I cannot fairly say that everyone is so absent minded. It's usually those shrouded beneath their nylon shelter and focused on the puddles two feet ahead of them who neglect to notice that their weaponry is invading the faces of those over six feet tall.

But then again, I hate rain- so i smile at it. It pisses rain off.