i read this a couple days ago. I laughed, felt bad for laughing, then read that part again.
I dont think she was dumb for crossing a railroad track, but who doesnt look before they cross? especially if ur deaf.
I really dont get how people get hit by trains. Not sure if its the same as other places, but the only case someone gets hit by the trolley is if they get off one trolley then start walking to the other side and get hit by an oncoming one that they cant see (cuz the one they left is in the way). But...when you see a huge piece of steel coming at you..let the damn thing pass. If you dont, then im glad ur not reproducing.