The hood probably saved your life; I've seen way too many people killed when the deer came through the windshield.
I am across the street from our lake and the woods are behind me, so I see them all the time crossing to get water; I am VERY careful here, but I forget once I get off these streets.
I have heard people saying that they are really bad this year, but I think they say that every year, don't they?
You know, I never thought about that. You could well be right. Just one more thing to add to a long list of things to be thankful for throughout my life. Thanks for the insight.