history: I walking in the park when a stray dog chased after me.  I was absolutely scared for my life. I was walking in the park when a stray dog chased after me. That's scary! Did you chase it away and show it who's boss?
current: No, I ran for my life.  I was so scared!
next: I would have done the same. Never know if the thing is going to bite off your bellybutton or not.