You know who you are, parked perfectly between the lines, leaving enough room for me to safely park and exit my car.

You know who you are, patiently waiting in your lane despite the antics of the drivers around you, even when people (cough, me) make last minute lane changes.

You know who you are, moving cautiously through parking lots, aware of potential pedestrians and oncoming cars.

You know who you are, coming to a full and complete stop at stop signs. You, who lightly brakes as you approach the sign, allowing the drivers behind you the time to react. You, who actually yields, pausing to look for oncoming cars when road signs instruct you to do so.

You know who you are, safely slowing for yellow lights, giving plenty of warning to the drivers behind you. You, who respects the other drivers, aware that you aren’t the only one on a tight schedule.

You know who you are, focused on the task of driving. You, eliminating distractions and keeping your eyes and mind on the road and cars around you.

You know who you are, glancing at your mirrors before changing lanes. You who maintains situational awareness and a full command of your vehicle.

You know who you are, courteously allowing panicked drivers to enter your lane and cross in front of you, no matter how slow traffic is moving.

You know who you are, disposing of trash after you’ve reached your destination. You, who avoids littering and is respectful of the roadways (#DontMessWithTexas).

You know who you are, driving the optimal speed for the road conditions. Thank you for driving the speed of traffic, without trying to be “first.” Thank you for not dawdling, for confidently and smoothly executing lane changes and turns.

You know who you are, you’re a talented and capable driver. Thank you, you beautiful human, for the blessing you are on the road.