The discussion on the uses and perils of diagrams on the
main list reminded me of rear-view mirrors.
I wouldn't dream of going for a bicycle ride without a
mirror fixed to my helmet -- but I also wouldn't dream of
allowing a rank beginner to use one. The cheap information
from a mirror would prevent him from learning how to look
back without wobbling, and looking back is essential: a
mirror can tell you when it's not safe to change lanes, but
it can't tell you when it is safe -- you have to look back
to make sure the way is clear.
At least lace lessons aren't a matter of life and death.
--
Joy Beeson
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http://www.debeeson.net/LakeCam/LakeCam.html
west of Fort Wayne, Indiana, U.S.A.
where it's raining, so I stayed home and did the laundry.
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