Show a little empathy for elders

To the editor:

I continue to read irate letters from Cape Girardeau residents regarding seniors. I can't believe that someone is complaining about a senior taking 60 seconds to cross an intersection at a crosswalk and then getting into a car and driving off. Can't you take 60 seconds to let someone cross the street? I would hope that someday when this person is a senior that someone will show you the courtesy of being a good citizen.

Another thing: The speed limit is just that, a limit. I can't believe the law states you have to drive the limit. Why not slow down and enjoy the drive? Besides, Cape traffic can't be all that bad. Try driving in Washington, D.C., New York or Tokyo sometime.

No one is perfect, but at least you can show a little empathy for someone who is your senior. Whatever happened to good neighbors?

LARRY SWANN, Kimberling City, Mo.