Your Last Stroll

by Molly Rupert
To walk or not to walk? That is the question Italian tourists must ask themselves. Unlike California, and much of the United States, pedestrians do NOT have the right of way here. That was learned quickly when the cabby in Florence almost hit a man. The man jumped out of the way, arms flailing. A swear word springing from his lips (some words don’t need an interpreter). The cabbie used the international hand symbol for “stupido” _ the shaking fist _ before racing off to find the next unsuspecting pedestrian. So be cautious where you walk. It just might be your last stroll.