Kiss My Ash Tray

[Cedwards38]

This is a post to send a message to types of people (not individuals and not by name) who annoy you in The Villages.

I'm annoyed by people who insist on driving in the left lane at a low speed, no matter how much traffic is backed up behind you.

Anyone else want to send a message? :a040:

[collie1228]

How about the idiots with golf carts that go 30+ MPH who tailgate my 19.5 MPH (legal limit) cart nearly every day on my one mile trip to the postal station on Morse Blvd. north of 466?

[My Daily Run]

How about the idiots with golf carts that go 30+ MPH who tailgate my 19.5 MPH (legal limit) cart nearly every day on my one mile trip to the postal station on Morse Blvd. north of 466?

Bravo...and they rock their carts back and forth...gas on...gas off...I have a bumper sticker that say's "sorry for driving so close in front of you" and I have had some pass me and flip me off or shake their heads like I have insulted them because of the sticker...what the heck...LOL

[Taltarzac725]

Golf cart drivers with their leg hanging out of their golf cart especially when I am on the golf cart path and going the other way. Almost always older men too as I have rarely seen women doing this.

10 Top Causes of Golf Cart Accidents and How to Prevent Them (https://www.lowmanlawfirm.com/blog/bid/94587/10-Top-Causes-of-Golf-Cart-Accidents-and-How-to-Prevent-Them)

Top Ten Causes of Golf Cart Accidents
Hanging leg outside of the golf cart.
Reversing downhill.
Driving over wet, muddy, or uneven terrain.
Driving cart under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Leaving the brake unlocked upon exiting.
Passengers overcrowding the cart or standing.
Racing or other horseplay.
Inattentive vehicular drivers.
Driving while distracted (eating, reaching for objects, texting, etc.)
Sharp turns.

[tophcfa]

People smoking cigarettes in public places where others have to smell their smoke. And smokers that flip their butts out of their cars/golf carts.

[John_W]

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[Rapscallion St Croix]

Folks who sit by an open parking space waiting for a car to back out of one that is two spaces closer to Publix entrance.

[Madelaine Amee]

Can I have two????

People shopping (in my case in Publix) who leave their carts in the middle of the aisle to look for their item .......... grrrrr.

People who need to tell the cashier their life story .... just pay for your stuff and get out of there .....

[Chi-Town]

People backing out of spots without looking.

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[marianne237]

Street legal golf carts can go on roads with a 35 mph limit. But, if speed limit was changed to 36 mph, they couldn't. This is hubby's biggest complaint and it applies to Morse and Buena Vista. The legal golf carts slow traffic down too much.

[CWGUY]

This annoys me as well, especially since I drive 466A so much. It's even the law in Florida since last year, 'The right land is for driving, the left lane is for passing', end of story.

Drivers must think, I'm turning left into Colony in 4 miles, so I better be in the left lane, or I'm turning left onto Powell Rd in 3 miles so I need to be in the left lane. No you don't, a lane change can be accomplished further down the road, it's part of driving and navigating a car.

PS - I'm annoyed at people who insist on smoking on the perimeter of the squares, especially LSL. I was a chain smoker for 35 years but quit 12 years ago. So, I'm not crazy about smokers, especially ones at our age, and I never thought I would be able to quit. I can highly recommend the drug Chantax, as shown on TV by actor Ray Liotta, it really works. I quit in 5 days after smoking over 2 packs a day from 1971 to 2006. It doesn't contain nicotine like gum and patches, it works on the sensors in the brain that crave nicotine. So if you want to quit, this product has been proven to work better than any other. You'll need a prescription from your doctor.

:ohdear: I don't think they insisted on smoking there. They are told to smoke there by the rules. They are only following the rules like everyone should. If we don't like it and I don't, the rules need to be changed. I started smoking a few years before you and quit about the same time as you. (good for us) Better late than never.

:shocked: Won't be long and we'll be reading about recreational use of "Grass" on the Squares and people driving thru the flower beds in the roundabouts. :icon_wink: That will help City Fire's P.R.

[CWGUY]

Street legal golf carts can go on roads with a 35 mph limit. But, if speed limit was changed to 36 mph, they couldn't. This is hubby's biggest complaint and it applies to Morse and Buena Vista. The legal golf carts slow traffic down too much.

:ho: LEGAL being the key word. :)

[John_W]

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[retiredguy123]

People who write a check at the grocery store, especially in the express line. The express line shouldn't even accept checks.

[CWGUY]

They make that announcement that the squares are "Smoke Free" so when I see those ash tray stands, to me it means this is where you put out your cigarette as you're entering a smoke free area. To smokers, it means this is where you stand to smoke. Get rid of the ash trays so there is no confusion, or put them across the street, and have those guys in the blue shirts do more than walk around.

Actually I think the announcement says "Smoking is only allowed on the perimeter of the square" :oops:

[IndianaJones]

This is a post to send a message to types of people (not individuals and not by name) who annoy you in The Villages.

I'm annoyed by people who insist on driving in the left lane at a low speed, no matter how much traffic is backed up behind you.

Anyone else want to send a message? :a040:

Yep, especially now. I'm annoyed by the folks who don't obey the rules and understand you CANNOT "walk on" before 5pm on the Executive courses - had a 4:29 tee time yesterday and after 3 holes got massively backed up from all the people who just "jumped on" around 4:40pm two-three holes ahead. It was "no one's here" and then suddenly 8 carts were backed up at hole #4. Rules are there for a purpose, folks - not all of us can play at 8am!

[New Englander]

People who don't use trash cans. Litterbugs! :rant-rave:

[Vladimir]

Disappointed that TV gave approval to a home owner on Amherst Rd/Gilchrist to build a massive second story addition which sticks out conspicuously and does not fit in with the surrounding homes. Also disappointed that approval given for some garish exterior colors being used to repaint homes

[JP]

People that don't put their shopping carts in the cart corals but instead leave them in parking spaces or pushed halfway into the landscaping

[Tom C]

People who are so engrossed by a cell phone (or call on one) that they are not paying attention to the REAL WORLD happening around them (this could apply to driving, pushing a cart in the grocery store, or anywhere they effectively impose on others safety or other people trying to simply get by them because they are parked in the middle of the aisle or corridor).

I am just asking that they step out of the way and let others pass allowing others to go about their business.

[spring_chicken]

:ohdear: I don't think they insisted on smoking there. They are told to smoke there by the rules. They are only following the rules like everyone should. If we don't like it and I don't, the rules need to be changed. I started smoking a few years before you and quit about the same time as you. (good for us) Better late than never.

:shocked: Won't be long and we'll be reading about recreational use of "Grass" on the Squares and people driving thru the flower beds in the roundabouts. :icon_wink: That will help City Fire's P.R.

Spot on. I get annoyed by people who stand in a smoking area next to an ashtray and bitch about breathing the smoke. (another former smoker here, but not the annoying kind.)

[EdFNJ]

Street legal golf carts can go on roads with a 35 mph limit. But, if speed limit was changed to 36 mph, they couldn't. This is hubby's biggest complaint and it applies to Morse and Buena Vista. The legal golf carts slow traffic down too much.



Ask hubby if it is any worse than 1 or 50 bicycles crawling at 15mph on those roads? No. How fast is YOUR HUBBY’s car going on these 35mph roads? 45 or 50 as most cars do on those roads? That’s why there is a left lane to signal than carefully pass these slow moving vehicles. 35mph is the speed L I M I T not speed “minimum.” You can’t get a ticket for going 25 or 30 but you can for going 40. LIMIT=legal maximum. How much slower will you get somewhere at 25 (for 2 minutes until you pass) vs 35?

Yes, as you probably guessed I am “street legal.” I am rarely on the streets but it does come in handy at times.

[VApeople]

All in all, I irritate other people much more than they irritate me. I don't expect other people to be rational and considerate, so I can deal with pretty much anything they do.

I remember Donald Regan saying, "I don't get headaches. I give them." I liked that.

[EdFNJ]

Speaking of "STREET LEGAL" this is "MAILBOX LEGAL."
(note: there was a logical reason for this but I wasn't aware of it for a while)


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[CWGUY]

Speaking of "STREET LEGAL" this is "MAILBOX LEGAL."
(note: there was a logical reason for this but I wasn't aware of it for a while)


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:ohdear: I'll bite..... what was the logical reason?

[dnobles]

I’m annoyed at people that hate The Villages, if you don’t like it move to someplace you like. I played Maghong with a woman the other day. The first thing out of her mouth was”I hate it here” ok pack your bags

[Rango]

:popcorn:

[villagetinker]

Disappointed that TV gave approval to a home owner on Amherst Rd/Gilchrist to build a massive second story addition which sticks out conspicuously and does not fit in with the surrounding homes. Also disappointed that approval given for some garish exterior colors being used to repaint homes

In many of the CDDs, any change to the original color of the house MUST be approved by ARC, and ONLY paints in the approved color palate can be used, so if you see a house painted otherwise, you have the option to CALL ARC and report it anonymously.

[Retiring]

In a city of 100K+ there will be many that offend. It may be they are simply unaware their activity bothers others, it may have to do with simply being unaware (i.e. old age problems), it may be that’s how they were raised and truly find nothing wrong with their activity, or they are well aware they are offending others and just don’t give a s..t.

In a community, the size of TV, compromise is required.

[My Post]

The only thing I ever find annoying is when people want to be in a conversation but don't know anything that is currently going on. Divest yourself of news and current events all you want, I might even envy that, but then stay out of discussions. It's slightly irritating when people are trying to talk and one person is like "Wait...who is Jeff Bezos. Wait...who is Nancy Pelosi. Wait, what is Game of Thrones. What is Amazon. Wait, What is gluten free. Wait, what is a government shutdown. Who is Al Capone." etc. It sounds like someone playing Jeopardy.

I mean I feel like people should know *some things* going on. Sometimes I wonder, how did you get through life to this point? Not knowing anything? Than why change and want to all of a sudden catch up now.

[Two Bills]

What bugs me, is I can't go back and do it all again!

[CWGUY]

:mad: What bugs me - Posters who don't spell check or proof read!

We all make mistakes.... but with some I need an interpreter! :rolleyes:

[Rapscallion St Croix]

:mad: What bugs me - Posters who don't spell check or proof read!

We all make mistakes.... but with some I need an interpreter! :rolleyes:

How about

[Kenswing]

I had no idea there was so much to complain about in TV.. lol

[perrjojo]

:swear::grumpy::throwtomatoes:This is a post to send a message to types of people (not individuals and not by name) who annoy you in The Villages.

I'm annoyed by people who insist on driving in the left lane at a low speed, no matter how much traffic is backed up behind you.

Anyone else want to send a message? :a040:

Oh, I thought you were talking about smokers who sit on the patios and pollute the outdoor space for the rest of us..or those who stand outside the door of businesses and choke us as we walk into the business or maybe those trashy folks who throw out their butts along the road and on the golf course.

[dewilson58]

People who walk with traffic.


People who walk at night in black clothes.


(i'm a walker & a runner)

[dewilson58]

Cig Butt throwers on the golf course.


None rakers.

[dewilson58]

People who make Cheeseburgers with only one pickle.

[dewilson58]

People who make multiple posts on ToTV in a row.

[EdFNJ]

:ohdear: I'll bite..... what was the logical reason?



I “got a charge out of it” when I realized what he was doing.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

People who write a check at the grocery store, especially in the express line. The express line shouldn't even accept checks.

Even if they didn't accept checks, those very same customers would load up their "just a few over, sorry!" 20-item cart, chit-chat about anything, distract the cashier, complain about the prices, present a bunch of coupons - most of which are either expired or for things the customer didn't buy, and then - try to pay by check.

But this isn't specific to the Villages, it happens every Tuesday here in New England supermarkets. Tuesday is Senior Discount day.

[Madelaine Amee]

People who walk at night in black clothes.



This is a major problem here, it is frightening for the driver coming up on one of these walkers in Dark clothing with no flashers. I am very surprised there are not more accidents.

[dnobles]

Me too dewilson58

[CWGUY]

Even if they didn't accept checks, those very same customers would load up their "just a few over, sorry!" 20-item cart, chit-chat about anything, distract the cashier, complain about the prices, present a bunch of coupons - most of which are either expired or for things the customer didn't buy, and then - try to pay by check.

But this isn't specific to the Villages, it happens every Tuesday here in New England supermarkets. Tuesday is Senior Discount day.

:rolleyes: When I'm in the 10 items or less lane and someone in front of me has more than 10 items I've been known to ask "Just which 10 of those items do you plan on buying?" :evil6:

[Doro22]

Can I have two????

People shopping (in my case in Publix) who leave their carts in the middle of the aisle to look for their item .......... grrrrr.

People who need to tell the cashier their life story .... just pay for your stuff and get out of there .....

Omg! That just happened to me today, the shopping cart in middle of aisle and I was thinking I’m going to post this on TOTV. Many times it is an oblivious guy who probably never had to do the shopping in the past.

[perrjojo]

Street legal golf carts can go on roads with a 35 mph limit. But, if speed limit was changed to 36 mph, they couldn't. This is hubby's biggest complaint and it applies to Morse and Buena Vista. The legal golf carts slow traffic down too much.
We were just behind one earlier today on Morse. It was street legal but traveling at 25 mph. It was holding up quit a line of traffic.

[ColdNoMore]

Those in La-La land when a left green arrow (which are often short)...just sit there when the light changes.

When I get to '1,003'...I lay on the horn.

[ColdNoMore]

Omg! That just happened to me today, the shopping cart in middle of aisle and I was thinking I’m going to post this on TOTV. Many times it is an oblivious guy who probably never had to do the shopping in the past.

As long as there's no chance that it might hurt someone, I accidentally...ram those carts.



:D

[kcrazorbackfan]

Can I have two????

People shopping (in my case in Publix) who leave their carts in the middle of the aisle to look for their item .......... grrrrr.

People who need to tell the cashier their life story .... just pay for your stuff and get out of there .....

And the few times I have to go to Publix, Winn Dixie or Walgreens, I always seem to get in that line. So if you see me in one of those lines, steer clear because I’m behind a dufus.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Another thing that irks me, actually really pi**es me off, is when I’m in the Traverse and someone pulls out in front of me, WHEN THERE’S NO OTHER VEHICLES BEHIND ME, WHEN I’M DRIVING THE SPEED LIMIT and WHEN I HAVE TO HIT THE BRAKES TO KEEP FROM HITTING THEM and then flips me off when I lay down on the horn.

[villagetinker]

We were just behind one earlier today on Morse. It was street legal but traveling at 25 mph. It was holding up quit a line of traffic.

They are limited to 25 MPH by law.

[CWGUY]

They are limited to 25 MPH by law.

:) You are correct..... street lethal can only go 25 mph.

:oops: Meant street legal. :gc:

[NotGolfer]

10 Top Causes of Golf Cart Accidents and How to Prevent Them

Quote:
Top Ten Causes of Golf Cart Accidents
Hanging leg outside of the golf cart.
Reversing downhill.
Driving over wet, muddy, or uneven terrain.
Driving cart under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Leaving the brake unlocked upon exiting.
Passengers overcrowding the cart or standing.
Racing or other horseplay.
Inattentive vehicular drivers.
Driving while distracted (eating, reaching for objects, texting, etc.)
Sharp turns.

I copied/pasted this from another comment (the above). BUT today I saw a guy in a cart on 466a between Canal St. and B.V. going east! I was going west, otherwise might have pulled next to him to tell him to get off the road or be killed.

I have several peeves...but ALL are 1st World issues. I dislike folks who drive and don't signal and change lanes without indicating it. I dislike people who (get ready for it) who feel they can say they have a "service dog" when it clearly is NOT. I dislike on social media where people ask a "pointed question" and noone gives them the answer they're looking for. I could go on and on...but will read what others share instead.

[NotGolfer]

Street legal golf carts can go on roads with a 35 mph limit. But, if speed limit was changed to 36 mph, they couldn't. This is hubby's biggest complaint and it applies to Morse and Buena Vista. The legal golf carts slow traffic down too much.

Well too many people are in a hurry too. I was on Morse (south of 466) today and was going the 35 speed limit. Many passed me and my guesstimate of what they were doing would put them at 45 or 50 mph. You do NOT want to get a ticket here!! Yes, the police do catch people! I've seen two cars pulled over in the past 24 hrs. Sometimes they do hide....

Street Legals are allowed on Morse and Buena Vista...if it bothers folks...then pass them in the other lane. I understand! I was behind the gal on Morse today (heading south) and there was a whole lane, backed up behind her. BUT she had the right to be there. No different than a car going 25 mph.

[Nucky]

This is a post to send a message to types of people (not individuals and not by name) who annoy you in The Villages.

I'm annoyed by people who insist on driving in the left lane at a low speed, no matter how much traffic is backed up behind you.

Anyone else want to send a message? :a040:

I am annoyed terribly that no one has stepped up to be the resident Villages Food Critic. We do have an opening. Qualified residents only need to complain about everything that is wrong and never about what is great. Our negativity level in the Food Reporting Department has plummeted. :duck:

[NotGolfer]

Thought of another one....people who jay walk or even in the cross walk without looking both ways!! People in vehicles sometimes don't stop so that's a factor too. In the other news online...the people who can't park properly! BUT that said...maybe they should give up driving. Did anyone hear on the radio this a.m. where Larry observed a person in a small SUV trying to park (with difficulty) in a spot where there already was a golf cart? I've seen that many times in our tenure here...or the ones going the wrong way.

I agree with the op's that referred to walkers, bike riders etc. that wear dark clothing w/out lights. We've encountered those before and it's startling.

[BobnBev]

As long as there's no chance that it might hurt someone, I accidentally...ram those carts.



:D

I've done that a few times, myself.:duck:

[BobnBev]

Another thing that irks me, actually really pi**es me off, is when I’m in the Traverse and someone pulls out in front of me, WHEN THERE’S NO OTHER VEHICLES BEHIND ME, WHEN I’M DRIVING THE SPEED LIMIT and WHEN I HAVE TO HIT THE BRAKES TO KEEP FROM HITTING THEM and then flips me off when I lay down on the horn.

As a retired cop, you should be looking ahead, and anticipating what that moron is about to do. He's just telling you you're still number 1....hehehe

[Big O]

People that hit into you on the course. Had it happen twice yesterday. After the second time I "explained it properly".

[Boomer]

-- People who talk during movies, like they think they are at home in their recliners.

-- People in movie theaters who sit behind me and rattle ice and rustle wrappers and somehow make noise with popcorn.

[kcrazorbackfan]

As a retired cop, you should be looking ahead, and anticipating what that moron is about to do. He's just telling you you're still number 1....hehehe

I know, but sometimes you just don't expect it. My wife (36yr LEO) was with me today when it happened; after I ranted and raved for about 30 seconds, she said it happens all the time to her also. :ohdear::ohdear:

[EdFNJ]

They are limited to 25 MPH by law. And a non-SL golf cart is limited to 20. ;)

[billethkid]

And a non-SL golf cart is limited to 20. ;)

And those laws "limiting" cart speed are observed about the same as stop and speed limits signs here!!

[Uberschaf]

Drivers speeding in the neighborhoods. The speed limit in neighborhoods is 20 mph not 40. Also drivers cutting the corner.

[John_W]

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[John_W]

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[Cedwards38]

People who insist on stopping for a conversation in the middle of a walkway at the grocery store, amusement park, music or drama venue, or any other public place where it inconveniences those who do not wish to walk around you. Step over to side folks. It's respectful.

[Cedwards38]

Loud and obnoxious drunks who insist on talking or laughing louder than everyone else in a bar or restaurant so that they can be noticed.

[Cedwards38]

-- People who talk during movies, like they think they are at home in their recliners.

-- People in movie theaters who sit behind me and rattle ice and rustle wrappers and somehow make noise with popcorn.

OMG, yes. People, STFU during the movie. And open your candy before the show starts please.

[retiredguy123]

OMG, yes. People, STFU during the movie. And open your candy before the show starts please.
I'm convinced that this will never happen, so I just wait for the movie to be available to rent.

[BobnBev]

I know, but sometimes you just don't expect it. My wife (36yr LEO) was with me today when it happened; after I ranted and raved for about 30 seconds, she said it happens all the time to her also. :ohdear::ohdear:

I hear ya, bro, and thanks for your service, and that goes to your bride also.:bigbow:

[Rapscallion St Croix]

People who walk with traffic.


People who walk at night in black clothes.


(i'm a walker & a runner)

Don't be hating on Ninjas.

[Fredman]

How about those people checking out in the grocery store who discover they forgot something when the last item is scanned and send hubby off to get it while you wait

[rexxfan]

Omg! That just happened to me today, the shopping cart in middle of aisle and I was thinking I’m going to post this on TOTV. Many times it is an oblivious guy who probably never had to do the shopping in the past.

Or they might just be lonely. I wait patiently for my turn and don't let it bother me.
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bc

[Fraugoofy]

People who write a check at the grocery store, especially in the express line. The express line shouldn't even accept checks.People still write checks? Oh dear me...

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[dewilson58]

Every 23 days, my Bride closes the toilet lid before going to bed and when I wake up at 2:41am to respond to my calling, head to the head, I sit down to a chilling welcoming.






:shocked:

[Two Bills]

People that hit into you on the course. Had it happen twice yesterday. After the second time I "explained it properly".

I don't play the big courses any more, but back when when I did, I used to hit the ball back up the course.

[Cedwards38]

People who judge me (and even call me ugly names) because of my politics, religion, race, gender, or how much wealth I have.

[Cedwards38]

People who can't seem to park within the legal lines of the available spaces.

[PennBF]

People who allow their dogs to use others property as their bathroom, people who take their dogs onto the squares, people who dress their dogs like people. people who take their dogs into supermarkets with fake "service dog" covers.:MOJE_whot:

[tophcfa]

People who don't like dogs.

[billethkid]

People using handicap tags who are more able and capable than most of us!!!

Right behind that one is one; those who feel a need to tell us,..... but they may have something you cannot see.

Lastly those, with the handicap tag, who are making a bee line to an open handicap spot.....DO NOT GET IN THEIR WAY!!!!!!!!!!!

[joldnol]

:ohdear: I don't think they insisted on smoking there. They are told to smoke there by the rules. They are only following the rules like everyone should. If we don't like it and I don't, the rules need to be changed. I started smoking a few years before you and quit about the same time as you. (good for us) Better late than never.

:shocked: Won't be long and we'll be reading about recreational use of "Grass" on the Squares and people driving thru the flower beds in the roundabouts. :icon_wink: That will help City Fire's P.R.

They already are, not all vaping you see is nicotine.

[joldnol]

:ho: LEGAL being the key word. :)

Buena Vista and Morse speed limits below 466 are kept artificially low because of the few “legal” carts.

[New Englander]

People who allow their dogs to use others property as their bathroom, people who take their dogs onto the squares, people who dress their dogs like people. people who take their dogs into supermarkets with fake "service dog" covers.:MOJE_whot:

:agree:

[Angelarobertson]

In many of the CDDs, any change to the original color of the house MUST be approved by ARC, and ONLY paints in the approved color palate can be used, so if you see a house painted otherwise, you have the option to CALL ARC and report it anonymously.

Although an anonymous report is allowed, it would be much more respectful and neighborly to approach your neighbor with your concerns. Is it possible they were unaware or misinformed of the need for approval or maybe it actually was approved by the ARC.

[tjlee500]

My God. Get a Life...Why complain about this petty stuff. We are seniors...Spend your time enjoying what time we have left. Ignore the issues that get you going. My Blood Pressure is high enough. I just want to enjoy life and not make/create issues. Of course, you will Blast me....So be it but just get along with your life and enjoy all the wonderful things we have here. Nothing is ever Perfect.......

[BobnBev]

Every 23 days, my Bride closes the toilet lid before going to bed and when I wake up at 2:41am to respond to my calling, head to the head, I sit down to a chilling welcoming.






:shocked:

Pray tell, what happens on the 24th day. :bigbow:

[dewilson58]

Pray tell, what happens on the 24th day. :bigbow:




I wasn't clear............she only does it on the 23rd day, so I'm surprised. The 24th day is day-one on the new clock.


:clap2:

[EdFNJ]

Buena Vista and Morse speed limits below 466 are kept artificially low because of the few “legal” carts.



I think that is a statement of fact made with absolutely no facts to base it. There are multitudes more bicyclists on those roads every day all day vs. the number of street legal carts that use it. Using bicycles as a reason would make more sense if one was to make up a factless reason but both would be way off base. Would you think the limit should be 50 so you can screech to a halt at every roundabout? At least say “in my opinion” or “I think” or post at what city meeting that was determined.

[Boomer]

Every 23 days, my Bride closes the toilet lid before going to bed and when I wake up at 2:41am to respond to my calling, head to the head, I sit down to a chilling welcoming.

:shocked:



Pray tell, what happens on the 24th day. :bigbow:


I wasn't clear............she only does it on the 23rd day, so I'm surprised. The 24th day is day-one on the new clock.

:clap2:


I don't need to know what happens on the 24th day.

But I am wondering what has happened on the 22nd day.

[CWGUY]

I think that is a statement of fact made with absolutely no facts to base it. There are multitudes more bicyclists on those roads every day all day vs. the number of street legal carts that use it. Using bicycles as a reason would make more sense if one was to make up a factless reason but both would be way off base. Would you think the limit should be 50 so you can screech to a halt at every roundabout? At least say “in my opinion” or “I think” or post at what city meeting that was determined.

:coolsmiley:

[PennBF]

People who don't like people who don't like dogs using their lawns as bathrooms.:ho:

[CFrance]

My God. Get a Life...Why complain about this petty stuff. We are seniors...Spend your time enjoying what time we have left. Ignore the issues that get you going. My Blood Pressure is high enough. I just want to enjoy life and not make/create issues. Of course, you will Blast me....So be it but just get along with your life and enjoy all the wonderful things we have here. Nothing is ever Perfect.......
Because this was a thread started to enjoyably blow off steam. I don't think anyone is losing sleep over the things they are posting.

We all have annoyances we don't take action on. I think it's kind of a fun thread.

[Cedwards38]

People who are sanctimonious and holier than thou.

[Cedwards38]

People who don't spell check. :-)

[Madelaine Amee]

Agree with C.France. This is just a fun thread, and after all who else is going to listen to me complain about minor irritations. :icon_wink:

[ditka41]

People who are easily annoyed tend to annoy me.

[ColdNoMore]

I have little tolerance for those people who are...intolerant.



:D

[kcrazorbackfan]

Loud and obnoxious drunks who insist on talking or laughing louder than everyone else in a bar or restaurant so that they can be noticed.

Agreed. On the few times we have to walk in the vicinity of City Fire at LSL or BW, it seems like a contest is going on to see which drunk can talk the loudest.

Another one of my irks is the amount of drunk driving accidents caused by people coming from City Fire, yet, it seems like no regulating agency is doing anything about it.

[BobnBev]

Agreed. On the few times we have to walk in the vicinity of City Fire at LSL or BW, it seems like a contest is going on to see which drunk can talk the loudest.

Another one of my irks is the amount of drunk driving accidents caused by people coming from City Fire, yet, it seems like no regulating agency is doing anything about it.

Does the state have a liquor control board that could pull their license?, or is it controlled by the Developer. Seems to me the Sheriff could pull some strings.:boom:

[Chi-Town]

Agreed. On the few times we have to walk in the vicinity of City Fire at LSL or BW, it seems like a contest is going on to see which drunk can talk the loudest.



Another one of my irks is the amount of drunk driving accidents caused by people coming from City Fire, yet, it seems like no regulating agency is doing anything about it.

My problem with City Fire is the amount of smoke at the bar. Had no idea that statistics are kept about the drunk driving accidents caused by the two bars. What is the source of that information?


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[Villagevip]

Seated at the square to listen to music.....Couple brought their stinky dinner from home to eat right there, next to me...Reaching down every few seconds for their drinks, ...Very annoying and inconsiderate, nosily chewing away, burping, talking loud, like they where the only people there...Ready to get up, if they decided to start farting ...

[Yung Dum]

People who write a check at the grocery store, especially in the express line. The express line shouldn't even accept checks.

Being we're in the 21st century, there is no reason for anyone to be writing a check to pay for groceries. No stores should accept checks.

[asianthree]

Being we're in the 21st century, there is no reason for anyone to be writing a check to pay for groceries. No stores should accept checks.

Some who are 80ish and up may either use a check or cash. My parental units only know how to use checks, have zero computer skills, no email addresses. ATM and credit cards are not in their future.

I respect how they choose to still be independent that is familiar. Checks are their comfort zone, I could never chastise them for writing a check, it’s respect that is in my upbringing for my elders.

It is a skill set I passed on to my children, and grandchildren, that not only should you respect their elders, they are a wealth of information that you will never find in a text book.

[Cedwards38]

People who are bigoted against snowbirds.

[Cedwards38]

People who insist on name calling in reference to those from whose politics they differ. EX: Republicanot, Libtard, Snowflake, Conservatard.

[John_W]

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[tophcfa]

People who are bigoted against snowbirds.

Agree :clap2:

[Rapscallion St Croix]

Towels hanging from golf bags and covering up the brake and turn lights on carts.
Cyclists riding 4 abreast and running stop signs while wearing shirts that say "Same Rules/Same Rights". It seems counter-intuitive to ride a bike for exercise and not want to stop, lose momentum and then have to work to regain same.

[John_W]

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[CFrance]

People who give snarky answers to other people asking legitimate questions.

[ColdNoMore]

People who give snarky answers to other people asking legitimate questions.


Color me...a little confused.

I thought you made a great post here...

Because this was a thread started to enjoyably blow off steam. I don't think anyone is losing sleep over the things they are posting.

We all have annoyances we don't take action on. I think it's kind of a fun thread.

Have you since changed your mind...or have I missed/misinterpreted something? :confused:

Thanks in advance...for any clarification. :ho:

[CFrance]

Color me...a little confused.

I thought you made a great post here...



Have you since changed your mind...or am I misinterpreting something? :confused:

Thanks in advance...for any clarification. :ho:
Sorry, not referring to myself. I was referring to someone who gave a snarky answer to someone else who asked for some clarification. If I name names, it'll be deleted.

[Brawnwy123]

This is a post to send a message to types of people (not individuals and not by name) who annoy you in The Villages.

I'm annoyed by people who insist on driving in the left lane at a low speed, no matter how much traffic is backed up behind you.

Anyone else want to send a message? :a040:

Yep, it seems that anyone or everyone, at the moment, owns the road. You may find, as we have, we cannot educate everyone or anyone here. It is downright dangerous and that is a common hazard. Have you ever considered, the drunks on the road? The alcoholics who start at 9 am and then about noon or 2 or 3 get in their car or cart and drive off,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, wobbly?
No license and no restrictions on driving drunk here, that we have seen. There is one solution and a lot of folks here are found for it as we are,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, MOVE. Have you seen Del Webb or Solavita or others that are REALLY gated communities? This is not a real gated community. Anyone can dimply push the button on the box and drive in. We used to walk at night, we now see some real scary folks driving around at night.
Sorry for the rant.

:bigbow: :MOJE_whot:

[graciegirl]

Yep, it seems that anyone or everyone, at the moment, owns the road. You may find, as we have, we cannot educate everyone or anyone here. It is downright dangerous and that is a common hazard. Have you ever considered, the drunks on the road? The alcoholics who start at 9 am and then about noon or 2 or 3 get in their car or cart and drive off,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, wobbly?
No license and no restrictions on driving drunk here, that we have seen. There is one solution and a lot of folks here are found for it as we are,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, MOVE. Have you seen Del Webb or Solavita or others that are REALLY gated communities? This is not a real gated community. Anyone can dimply push the button on the box and drive in. We used to walk at night, we now see some real scary folks driving around at night.
Sorry for the rant.

:bigbow: :MOJE_whot:

Mr. B. You can run but you can't hide. The same sorts drive in other gated communities too; the real gated and pseudo gated and the partially gated and the kinda gated.

[Bucco]

Sorry, not referring to myself. I was referring to someone who gave a snarky answer to someone else who asked for some clarification. If I name names, it'll be deleted.

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[ColdNoMore]

Sorry, not referring to myself. I was referring to someone who gave a snarky answer to someone else who asked for some clarification. If I name names, it'll be deleted.

Gotcha...thanks. :thumbup:

[billethkid]

Yep, it seems that anyone or everyone, at the moment, owns the road. You may find, as we have, we cannot educate everyone or anyone here. It is downright dangerous and that is a common hazard. Have you ever considered, the drunks on the road? The alcoholics who start at 9 am and then about noon or 2 or 3 get in their car or cart and drive off,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, wobbly?
No license and no restrictions on driving drunk here, that we have seen. There is one solution and a lot of folks here are found for it as we are,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, MOVE. Have you seen Del Webb or Solavita or others that are REALLY gated communities? This is not a real gated community. Anyone can dimply push the button on the box and drive in. We used to walk at night, we now see some real scary folks driving around at night.
Sorry for the rant.

:bigbow: :MOJE_whot:

Minority report duly noted!

[Brawnwy123]

This is a post to send a message to types of people (not individuals and not by name) who annoy you in The Villages.

I'm annoyed by people who insist on driving in the left lane at a low speed, no matter how much traffic is backed up behind you.

Anyone else want to send a message? :a040:

You are in the villages, there are about 100,000 folks here and there is not one control of anyone. Be as foolish as you care to be. Drink and drive, drive slowly in the center lane, change lanes rapidly in the circles, run red lights, run stop signs,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,HEY LIVE IT UP

:bigbow:

[billethkid]

You are in the villages, there are about 100,000 folks here and there is not one control of anyone. Be as foolish as you care to be. Drink and drive, drive slowly in the center lane, change lanes rapidly in the circles, run red lights, run stop signs,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,HEY LIVE IT UP

:bigbow:

You left out how well the other 98% of us live here.

[Cedwards38]

People who feel compelled to handle much of the fruit at the grocery store before deciding on just the right one for them. Yes, yes, I know. They are trying to find ripe fruit, but frankly, it's not that difficult, and I don't know where your hands have been.

[Taltarzac725]

People who feel compelled to handle much of the fruit at the grocery store before deciding on just the right one for them. Yes, yes, I know. They are trying to find ripe fruit, but frankly, it's not that difficult, and I don't know where your hands have been.

Well it seems kind of obvious where many hands have been. My question would be when were they last washed? Probably on a steering wheel which has all kinds of germs. How clean is your car: Steering wheels have nine times more germs than public toilet seat | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1379830/How-clean-car-Steering-wheels-times-germs-public-toilet-seat.html)

[Cedwards38]

People who don't fix ball marks on greens.

[Cedwards38]

People who drag their spikes on greens, ripping the turf. Pick up your feet people!

[ColdNoMore]

People who feel compelled to handle much of the fruit at the grocery store before deciding on just the right one for them. Yes, yes, I know. They are trying to find ripe fruit, but frankly, it's not that difficult, and I don't know where your hands have been.

Given that we should always wash fruits before eating, I don't think how many times it's been handled in the store...makes much difference. :shrug:

[ColdNoMore]

People who drag their spikes on greens, ripping the turf. Pick up your feet people!

:agree:


At least now under the new rules, those scuff/spike marks left by troglodytes...can now be tamped down. :thumbup:

[Cedwards38]

People who try to save seats at the Squares.

[coffeebean]

Another thing that irks me, actually really pi**es me off, is when I’m in the Traverse and someone pulls out in front of me, WHEN THERE’S NO OTHER VEHICLES BEHIND ME, WHEN I’M DRIVING THE SPEED LIMIT and WHEN I HAVE TO HIT THE BRAKES TO KEEP FROM HITTING THEM and then flips me off when I lay down on the horn.

This is a pet peeve of mine too. I will never understand why people feel compelled to pull out onto the roadway closely in front of a car when it is easy to see there are no other cars behind said car. Where is the logic in that? Why make the driver break when there is all the room in the world to enter the roadway when the car passes?

Do you recognize yourself?

[billethkid]

This is a pet peeve of mine too. I will never understand why people feel compelled to pull out onto the roadway closely in front of a car when it is easy to see there are no other cars behind said car. Where is the logic in that? Why make the driver break when there is all the room in the world to enter the roadway when the car passes?

Do you recognize yourself?

Because you are the one close enough for them to see......?

[coffeebean]

.........people who take their dogs into supermarkets with fake "service dog" covers.:MOJE_whot:

I find this appalling. This minimizes the necessity for service dogs and emotional support animals for those who truly need them.

[photo1902]

This is a post to send a message to types of people (not individuals and not by name) who annoy you in The Villages.

I'm annoyed by people who insist on driving in the left lane at a low speed, no matter how much traffic is backed up behind you.

Anyone else want to send a message? :a040:

The person(s) who feels the need to respond to numerous posts offering expert advice, even if he doesn't know the answer.

[CWGUY]

The person(s) who feels the need to respond to numerous posts offering expert advice, even if he doesn't know the answer.

:ohdear:And don't forget the guy who gives a ton of info and MOST of it is incorrect. :icon_wink:

[Nucky]

:ohdear:And don't forget the guy who gives a ton of info and MOST of it is incorrect. :icon_wink:

It was NOTHING! :boxing2::1rotfl:

[alsvette]

I agree with your message about slow drivers in the left lane, a lot of them are not going left they just always drive in the left. Don't know to many States that allow you to drive in that lane if your not passing or turning left. I have another message for people that go down Buena Vista to Rt.466 if your going strait you should stay in left lane the do have a law in this State you can Right turn on red.

[CFrance]

I agree with your message about slow drivers in the left lane, a lot of them are not going left they just always drive in the left. Don't know to many States that allow you to drive in that lane if your not passing or turning left. I have another message for people that go down Buena Vista to Rt.466 if your going strait you should stay in left lane the do have a law in this State you can Right turn on red.
Yes, but you don't HAVE to turn right on a red light. If I can't see properly down the street to my left (for instance, facing south at the intersection of Rolling Acres & 466), I will not turn right on a red light. So my pet peeve is the jerk behind me laying on the horn because I am choosing not to turn until my light is green.

[Barefoot]

I have a bumper sticker that say's "sorry for driving so close in front of you" Everyone driving the speed limit on MM Paths should get this bumper sticker.

People that don't put their shopping carts in the cart corals but instead leave them in parking spaces or pushed halfway into the landscaping

IMHO, it is incredibly lazy to not return your cart to the cart corral unless you're handicapped.
And I'm sure most people you mentioned are not handicapped.

People who are so engrossed by a cell phone (or call on one) that they are not paying attention to the REAL WORLD happening around them (this could apply to driving, pushing a cart in the grocery store, or anywhere they effectively impose on others safety or other people trying to simply get by them because they are parked in the middle of the aisle or corridor).

All the good peeves have already been mentioned!

[Barefoot]

This minimizes the necessity for service dogs and emotional support animals for those who truly need them.

I agree that service dog status should only be approved for actual service dogs.
It's a travesty because service dog paraphernalia is easily obtainable online.
I overheard a conversation where someone was bragging that she could fly her small dog free in the cabin
if they got service dog accreditation. And she saw nothing wrong with it. :ohdear:

[equaintance]

Some of us need to park in a disabled spot. I do after 4 surgeries on my leg. If someone is coming out of a disabled spot I wait so I can park there. Have a little compassion.

[retiredguy123]

The problem with both service animal and handicap parking use is a huge lack of fairness and effective enforcement. Just because someone has a "valid" permit, does not mean that they should have it or that they need it. I am convinced that this pet peeve issue will never be resolved in my lifetime. So, I am just trying to live with it and ignore it.

[coffeebean]

Because you are the one close enough for them to see......?

My husband insists as we get older, people can not judge distance. I guess that is true, but it should be easy enough to see if there is not other car behind the car being "cut off".

[coffeebean]

Just thought of another one I don't think has been mentioned........children sitting inside grocery store shopping carts. Think about where their shoes have been and the dogs that poop and pee all over. Then, you place your grocery items in the cart then place the food/ soda/milk/etc in the fridge or pantry. Yuck! I once saw a dog sitting in the child seat of a grocery cart with no protection for the cart. I notified management about that one.

[Cedwards38]

Law breaking children of Villagers.

[Mosells]

Well I’m annoyed by people while making a left turn don’t pull out into the intersection while waiting. They sit back behind the crosswalk the light turns to yellow then makes the left turn, leaving at least 2 cars to wait.

[Vikingjunior]

People who use loud landscaping tools at 7 in the morning.

[John_W]

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[graciegirl]

The only thing I ever find annoying is when people want to be in a conversation but don't know anything that is currently going on. Divest yourself of news and current events all you want, I might even envy that, but then stay out of discussions. It's slightly irritating when people are trying to talk and one person is like "Wait...who is Jeff Bezos. Wait...who is Nancy Pelosi. Wait, what is Game of Thrones. What is Amazon. Wait, What is gluten free. Wait, what is a government shutdown. Who is Al Capone." etc. It sounds like someone playing Jeopardy.

I mean I feel like people should know *some things* going on. Sometimes I wonder, how did you get through life to this point? Not knowing anything? Than why change and want to all of a sudden catch up now.

I know very little about Jeff Bezos. Until this fracas about his nude pictures and The National Enquirer. Now I know Jeff Bezos owns The Washington Post. I didn't know that before yesterday.

Oh this is what you mean? People wanting to be in a conversation and don't know what is currently going on. Sorry. I will try to do better. ;)

[graciegirl]

Just thought of another one I don't think has been mentioned........children sitting inside grocery store shopping carts. Think about where their shoes have been and the dogs that poop and pee all over. Then, you place your grocery items in the cart then place the food/ soda/milk/etc in the fridge or pantry. Yuck! I once saw a dog sitting in the child seat of a grocery cart with no protection for the cart. I notified management about that one.

I would rather kiss some dogs than some people. I certainly don't mind children in carts either. I do like Rum Raisin Ice Cream where most people prefer chocolate. If we were all the same...………...

[Dan9871]

I know very little about Jeff Bezos. Until this fracas about his nude pictures and The National Enquirer. Now I know Jeff Bezos owns The Washington Post. I didn't know that before yesterday.



Jeff Bezos is also one of the richest people in the World... around 130 Billion $'s or so... that's a "B". He also owns a company that is working on space travel, Blue Origin.

[graciegirl]

Jeff Bezos is also one of the richest people in the World... around 130 Billion $'s or so... that's a "B". He also owns a company that is working on space travel, Blue Origin.

I did know that Dan. I was being facetious.

He also told NYC to kiss his patootie today. He isn't building there.

[anothersteve]

I did know that Dan. I was being facetious.

He also told NYC to kiss his patootie today. He isn't building there.

I would love to be a fly on the wall of Cuomo's and DeBlasio's offices today!
This is so deserving.
Steve

[TimeForChange]

People who drive at dawn or dusk in cars with their parking lights on. If the purpose for lights at this time of day is so others can see you then why not turn your headlights on? I think they believe they are saving the battery! Golf carts driving the trails at dawn or dusk with no headlights on. People who walk or jog early in the morning with no light so others can see them.

[Nucky]

How about people who try to steal the joy out of simple, mindless, stress relieving things in life by criticizing and wanting to drag others down? I just don't get it for the life of me, what's left of the life of me isn't gonna be spent locking horns with anyone who doesn't matter.

Anothersteve Post #32 Bravo!

[manaboutown]

I know very little about Jeff Bezos. Until this fracas about his nude pictures and The National Enquirer. Now I know Jeff Bezos owns The Washington Post. I didn't know that before yesterday.

Oh this is what you mean? People wanting to be in a conversation and don't know what is currently going on. Sorry. I will try to do better. ;)

Love him or hate him, several people I know have made serious money on the stock of Amazon, the company Jeff built. Jeff Bezos - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Bezos)

[dewilson58]

Love him or hate him, several people I know have made serious money on the stock of Amazon, the company Jeff built. Jeff Bezos - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Bezos)




My money wasn't serious, it was a joke.


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[Tom52]

I've noticed that many service vehicles more or less just stop in the middle of their lane barely pulling over to the curb when they stop in front of houses to perform their service call. While out walking I will often just walk between their truck and the curb as they are often 3 ft. away from the curb. Some of these neighborhood streets are not all that wide to be doing that.

[ColdNoMore]

Well I’m annoyed by people while making a left turn don’t pull out into the intersection while waiting. They sit back behind the crosswalk the light turns to yellow then makes the left turn, leaving at least 2 cars to wait.

I get annoyed when a couple of cars occupy 'the box' while trying to turn left and after their signal turns red...they then make their left turns against the red.

Thereby making traffic that now has a green light, have to wait for them...to finish their left turns.

Once again shining the light on the philosophy of 'entitlement' and the attitude of..."it's OK to inconvenience you, as long as I'm not inconvenienced." :oops:

[ColdNoMore]

I've noticed that many service vehicles more or less just stop in the middle of their lane barely pulling over to the curb when they stop in front of houses to perform their service call. While out walking I will often just walk between their truck and the curb as they are often 3 ft. away from the curb. Some of these neighborhood streets are not all that wide to be doing that.

Excellent point. :thumbup:

Along with that, are those that think if a vehicle is parked at the curb in their lane, they are entitled to just go in the opposing lane until getting by the parked vehicle (so they don't have to slow down), even if it makes opposing traffic that are in their rightful lane...stop for them. :mad:

If a vehicle is at a neighborhood curb in my lane, I always ensure that there is no opposing traffic...before going around the vehicle at the curb in my lane. :ho:


Yet another example, of a plethora of examples to choose from, that proves..."it's OK to inconvenience you, as long as I'm not inconvenienced."

[photo1902]

Excellent point. :thumbup:

Along with that, are those that think if a vehicle is parked at the curb in their lane, they are entitled to just go in the opposing lane until getting by the parked vehicle (so they don't have to slow down), even if it makes opposing traffic that are in their rightful lane...stop for them. :mad:

If a vehicle is at a neighborhood curb in my lane, I always ensure that there is no opposing traffic...before going around the vehicle at the curb in my lane. :ho:


Yet another example, of a plethora of examples to choose from, that proves..."it's OK to inconvenience you, as long as I'm not inconvenienced."

As someone who frequently parks in front of customers houses, I’m very careful not to have my tires on the lawn. Not only will it leave tire marks, but could potentially damage an irrigation head. I have a feeling the service vehicles mentioned in an earlier post are parking cautiously for the same reasons I mentioned.

[ColdNoMore]

As someone who frequently parks in front of customers houses, I’m very careful not to have my tires on the lawn. Not only will it leave tire marks, but could potentially damage an irrigation head. I have a feeling the service vehicles mentioned in an earlier post are parking cautiously for the same reasons I mentioned.

I totally agree with you on not parking on someone's lawn, but if a person is 3 feet from the curb (per the poster above)...then maybe they shouldn't be driving. :shrug:

[photo1902]

I totally agree with you on not parking on someone's lawn, but if a person is 3 feet from the curb (per the poster above)...then maybe they shouldn't be driving. :shrug:

I’m thinking 3’ might have been a stretch. Don’t you think.

[ColdNoMore]

I’m thinking 3’ might have been a stretch. Don’t you think.

Nope...I believe it

Especially since I've seen the same thing...many times.

The poster also mentioned that they had room to walk between the vehicle and the curb (without mentioning needing to walk on the lawn)...so that would take about 3 feet. :shrug:

[coffeebean]

I would rather kiss some dogs than some people. I certainly don't mind children in carts either. I do like Rum Raisin Ice Cream where most people prefer chocolate. If we were all the same...………...

I would imagine you wouldn't want to kiss a dog where his tush was touching the grocery cart. Then you put your food in that grocery cart where the dog's tush was.

[alwaysoverpar]

My God. Get a Life...Why complain about this petty stuff. We are seniors...Spend your time enjoying what time we have left. Ignore the issues that get you going. My Blood Pressure is high enough. I just want to enjoy life and not make/create issues. Of course, you will Blast me....So be it but just get along with your life and enjoy all the wonderful things we have here. Nothing is ever Perfect.......Well said!

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[Barefoot]

... Then you put your food in that grocery cart where the dog's tush was.I agree that dogs should never be taken into grocery stores.
However food is packaged or produce is in bags, so it doesn't bother me.
If cleanliness of carts is an issue, Publix and Walmart both offer wipes (and probably most grocery stores do).
You can completely wipe down grocery carts if worried about cleanliness.

[Two Bills]

My husband insists as we get older, people can not judge distance.

My wife said I always over estimated length as well! :icon_wink:

[Cedwards38]

People who tell me to take it easy and not get annoyed just because I'm old and retired. I wonder if you really live by those words. Annoying is annoying, regardless of age and employment circumstance.