AndyJoy Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 So a few days ago, my husband was at the grocery store. A woman in her 80s was slowly pushing her cart around the corner of an aisle that is fairly narrow, making it hard for anyone to go around her. My husband just patiently followed her, but then a store bag boy (about 20) came quickly down the aisle, sighed loudly and rolled his eyes at how long she was taking, and shoved past her, causing her to have to stop abruptly. So what did my husband do? He "accidentally" tripped him! I was very surprised to hear it, but I do find it amusing now--are we sick? I asked dh "Why?" and he said, "I thought he would learn a lesson better that way than if I just told him he was rude. He could have easily knocked the lady down that way." And by the way, the woman saw what he did and grinned at him gratefully.:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam "SFSOM" in TN Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 So a few days ago, my husband was at the grocery store. A woman in her 80s was slowly pushing her cart around the corner of an aisle that is fairly narrow, making it hard for anyone to go around her. My husband just patiently followed her, but then a store bag boy (about 20) came quickly down the aisle, sighed loudly and rolled his eyes at how long she was taking, and shoved past her, causing her to have to stop abruptly. So what did my husband do? He "accidentally" tripped him! I was very surprised to hear it, but I do find it amusing now--are we sick? I asked dh "Why?" and he said, "I thought he would learn a lesson better that way than if I just told him he was rude. He could have easily knocked the lady down that way." And by the way, the woman saw what he did and grinned at him gratefully.:) Bravo. I nominate your dh for President. May I write him in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 (edited) So a few days ago, my husband was at the grocery store. A woman in her 80s was slowly pushing her cart around the corner of an aisle that is fairly narrow, making it hard for anyone to go around her. My husband just patiently followed her, but then a store bag boy (about 20) came quickly down the aisle, sighed loudly and rolled his eyes at how long she was taking, and shoved past her, causing her to have to stop abruptly. So what did my husband do? He "accidentally" tripped him! I was very surprised to hear it, but I do find it amusing now--are we sick? I asked dh "Why?" and he said, "I thought he would learn a lesson better that way than if I just told him he was rude. He could have easily knocked the lady down that way." And by the way, the woman saw what he did and grinned at him gratefully.:) :D:D Give you're dh a big old hug from this lady who will someday be 80. Edited September 28, 2008 by elegantlion missing an important word Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Your dh is a good man. :001_smile: Rudeness towards the elderly is one of my pet peeves. Would it really be that hard for the younger generation to show a little respect for their elders? :confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
percytruffle Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Bravo. I'll bet he looked a bit less intimidating from his position on the floor. Perhaps his pride and ego were tripped down a notch as well. We can only hope. Why is it that some people, ok a lot of people, only respond/learn/grow/change when physical circumstances are present. Just goes to show how "actions speak louder than words" is really true on many levels. You would think that by the time we became adults the need for physical reprimanding would be unnecessary. Sadly that is not the case. I think Amy's neighbors, if you read that post, could have used a good spanking! Perhaps we could send your dh over to "talk" with them...:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 So a few days ago, my husband was at the grocery store. A woman in her 80s was slowly pushing her cart around the corner of an aisle that is fairly narrow, making it hard for anyone to go around her. My husband just patiently followed her, but then a store bag boy (about 20) came quickly down the aisle, sighed loudly and rolled his eyes at how long she was taking, and shoved past her, causing her to have to stop abruptly. So what did my husband do? He "accidentally" tripped him! I was very surprised to hear it, but I do find it amusing now--are we sick? I asked dh "Why?" and he said, "I thought he would learn a lesson better that way than if I just told him he was rude. He could have easily knocked the lady down that way." And by the way, the woman saw what he did and grinned at him gratefully.:) Well, I don't advocate "violence" but unfortunately, some people don't understand anything else. You can tell 'em ten times, or show 'em once. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyJoy Posted September 29, 2008 Author Share Posted September 29, 2008 Pam, dh says while he thinks he could do a better job as president than many, he unfortunately is only 25 and thus 10 years too young for the position. He got a good laugh at the suggestion, however. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirty ethel rackham Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 What a smart guy! Gotta love his quick thinking in the situation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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