Is is just me, or does everyone seem to be in a great hurry these days? I may just be in a mood, but I was seriously frustrated today.
You see, first I had to deal with a cranky buyer.......we've all had one...or two. Someone who just couldn't see that they were in the wrong. She didn't like the terms of my auction.........2 weeks after paying for the item. Oh well I refunded....that was the right thing to do, and then gently reminded her that my auction had clearly stated my terms. She proceeded to attack my business ethics and tell me I shouldn't be selling. Then very nicely threatened to leave a negative feedback because I responded to her insults. I responded by reporting her to eBay. DO you blame me?
So my day wasn't off to a great start. Oh well, it happens. I had to go out to do the grocery shopping. In EVERY single store we went in I was run over, or into by someone several times! Doesn't anybody in this country have manners anymore? Since when do you blast past someone without waiting your turn? Since when is it accepted to stand on one side of an isle with your kids picking out lunch boxes, your buggy blocking the other side of the isle, and never see that people are waiting on BOTH sides to go around you? You know I waited for 5 minutes before choosing to turn around. To be fair, I was looking at things while I was waiting....but do you know how fast I would have jerked my kids out of the way of anybody else? That's just not how I was raised. And I am raising my children to be considerate of others too.
So I'm ranting. It's inconsequential in the big scheme of things, I know. I just had a bad day and had to say my piece. So the next time you're in a store, just watch people. See how many times someone about runs you over with a buggy, or blocks an isle. And then see how many times you can move over for someone, or let someone go in front of you and see how good it makes you feel. Maybe one person at a time we can make things a little better......and have fewer bad days at the same time!
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Hey!! I just ranted about manerless kids yesterday! I'm totally with you. Doesn't anyone teach manners any more? We're supposed to be a civilized society. "Civilized" seems to be sliding off of the plate.
you know - I have to agree. People don't have ANY patience any more and the kids are horrible. I mean, when was the last time you heard a child say please? My kids are expected to answer "yes ma'am" and "yes sir" and people think I'm a mean old bat - well I'm sorry but I expect them to treat others and their parents with some respect.
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