While it is true that we need to be considerate and compassionate, I do not agree that the Land Transport Authority's (LTA) "yellow sticker" initiative is unnecessary (No need for sticker, just ask for a seat, Dec 19).
From what I have read in the media, asking people to give
up their seats may end up in arguments and even fights because not everyone is
kind.
The LTA has rightly pointed out in its bus display boards
that some people may not show visible signs of mobility issues, and do not use
walking sticks or wheelchairs,
I have osteoarthritis in both knees but have not come to
the stage of using mobility aids.
I have found that the yellow sticker is very effective -
people will give up their seats to me. Some will even help carry my bag when I
walk up the stairs, while others will hold my hand to help me cross the road.
Raymond Anthony Fernando
I’d like to add
this:
♦ Whether the yellow sticker is worn
or not, I have noticed on several occasions that the foreign construction
workers from India and Bangladesh will willingly offer their seats to the
elderly even though they carry out back-breaking work and are dead tired. I
have benefited from their kindness.
♦ LTA & MOT
can offer this option: As the yellow stickers are made of paper, it tends to fall off
clothing.
One idea can spring board to yet
another idea, so I purchased a small badge, costing $1.20 and stuck the yellow
sticker onto it, and it does not fall off anymore.
Several seniors, including a Malay
elderly lady in a wheelchair have approached me about the yellow stickers on
how I managed to keep it intact. I
shared with all of them how I went about it, for I believe in sharing.
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