March 26, 2009

StreetTalk by Carol Rosen

Will you change your skiing practices in light of Natasha Richardson’s death last week following an accident?
(Asked at the Starbucks at Almaden Center)


“We have always made our kids wear helmets when they ski and snowboard. I am going to Sports Chalet with my husband this afternoon to buy helmets.”

Patti Donovan
Almaden
Tennis player


“If I did ski, I would wear a helmet.“

Barbara Lenorak, 54
Almaden
Office administrator


“I never ski because I’m afraid of getting hurt. I tried it when I first came here, but it’s a sport that’s very dangerous. You are looking for trouble [if you ski]. My husband and son ski every year and now my husband will make our son wear a helmet.”

Zelia, 47
Almaden
Homemaker


“I don’t ski, but I wouldn’t change my habits. You can have an accident anytime, just walking across a street. Still, it’s unfortunate [that Natasha Richardson had to die].”

Ron Soto, 61
Almaden
Youth services


“I think safety is the most important thing. The first instruction you hear is safety first. You should have all the right equipment on; children must wear helmets. Adults should know safety precautions. I wear a helmet when I snowboard.”

Donna Tizon, 32
Almaden
Manager


“No I don’t ski much anymore. But I would probably wear a helmet with my kid.”

Mike Webber
Almaden
Engineer


“I’ve never skied because I’m scared. From childhood, I’ve been too scared to try. But my husband skis, and there’s no helmet for him.”

Melody Nour, 33
Almaden
Realtor


“Yes, I’d wear a helmet. My kids do. I plan to go out and buy a helmet for the next time we ski.”

Romy Grau, 40
Blossom Valley
Homemaker