Traffic lights, recession, adult decision making

Have you ever noticed how some traffic lights are 'smarter' than others? One will detect that you're waiting at a red light and switch quickly while others will make you wait the timed cycle regardless of traffic. There are a lot of the 'others' out here in Portland. Who's afraid of the big, bad recess - I kinda am. Also, remember how decision-making was so much easier when we were younger.