Darts & Pats (Submit your own!)
Posted on September 11, 2006

A “chivalry-really-is-dead” dart to the two boys who walked by my broken car, asked if I needed help, and told us to “have a nice day” as they walked away.
From an angry sophomore who could have used some male intuition, and hopes that one day you frogs will turn into princes.

A “we-all-make-mistakes” pat to Facebook for realizing their privacy-invading screw-up and quickly putting it right.
From a grateful student who, disappointed as she was, is very happy about your rapid response to the voice of the people.

A “you’re-not-very-sneaky-Oliver-Twist” dart to the JMU gypsy and his pick-pocketing pal who tried to steal my friend’s keys — twice— while on the bus this weekend.
From an underclassman that got you both off the bus, but regrets not thanking you for the experience with a call to the cops or a punch or two.

A “what-are-friends-for?” pat to the guy who was willing to give up his whole weekend to drive me four-and-a-half hours to my grandfather’s surprise birthday party.
From a health-burdened victim of the DMV who is glad you are a part of her life.

A “your-stupidity-amazes-me” dart to the driver of a silver sedan who, after turning into oncoming traffic on Cantrell Avenue, panicked and drove over the flower-covered median to get away.
From a stunned junior guy whose day had been pretty mundane until you hopped the curb.

An “I’ve-never-seen-that-much-cheese-shoved-into-a-face” pat to a certain tall guy who fell short of his 10-grilled-cheese-sandwich goal on Thursday by only a single sandwich.
From a girl who was still quite impressed by your sheer will and iron stomach.