     It's kind of funny. You would think that people might ask if I was 'all right'. "Were there any passengers?" "How did it happen?" "How's the bike?" "HOW'S THE ROAD?" However, the first question, most of the time, is "Were you wearing a helmet?" If the answer is, "No, I wasn't wearing a helmet!" Then, there is an assumption and sometimes a declaration that the reason I was hurt is because I wasn't wearing a helmet. Followed by a secure nod of the head. It's amazing to observe people transform from just an average person to the 'all-knowing, all-seeing'.
     If I answer with "Yes . . . HELMET" then the seekers are prompted to ask another set of questions. "Was it strapped?" "Full face mask?" Trying, in some way to still blame that non-existent helmet.

     . . . and I suppose it's only natural, blaming someone or something for our existence.