Just broke a lifelong rule and gave a hitchhiker a lift β€” the most non-threatening-looking young Japanese girl standing on the side of the road with a backpack and a shopping bag πŸ˜‚

She’s been hitchhiking around Australia from Cairns and has made it to Southwest WA like an absolute champion.

Had to drop her at my turn-off about halfway to the next town, but I gave her my phone number in case she gets stuck. Not the first, I imagine!

10/10 non-murdery hitchhiker experience

@wendypalmer

Back in the '80s and '90s, I'd occasionally pick one up. I never had any issues, just people trying to get somewhere.

I rarely ever see hitchhikers now. Of course I also don't drive as much.