The narrator, initially frustrated with pedicab drivers in New York City, changes their perspective after meeting Frankie “Frankie Legs” Legarreta. Frankie is a pedicab driver who navigates the chaotic streets of Manhattan with skill, despite the dangers posed by traffic and frequent protests. Frankie’s story is particularly inspiring because, at the age of 12, he was involved in a severe accident with a drunk driver that left him in a coma for 46 days. Doctors believed he would never walk again, but within seven to eight months, Frankie defied the odds and regained his ability to walk. Now, he’s been pedaling around the city for 10 years, demonstrating resilience and determination in both his personal and professional life.
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