[roob1]

...parking sideways across 2-3 parking spaces at the pool/mailboxes (maybe to avoid having to back up when leaving)?

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by roob1

...parking sideways across 2-3 parking spaces at the pool/mailboxes (maybe to avoid having to back up when leaving)?

I find it easier to just spray paint "reserved for me" on the asphalt

[village dreamer]

just park in front of them and take your time getting back...................

[SKIMAN]

its that time of year. going to get worst. just shake your head a walk away . our just let it eat at ya. I just shake my head

[Chi-Town]

Originally Posted by roob1

...parking sideways across 2-3 parking spaces at the pool/mailboxes (maybe to avoid having to back up when leaving)?

Watch people back out. It's scary.

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[kansasr]

Ran into this just last night getting the mail. Kind of like, "ooh, I'm special/busy/in a hurry/can't be bothered and if people come after me they can just wait."

[JoelJohnson]

Were they the only one there? Did all the other mail box holders come at the same time and couldn't find a place to park?

It takes 2 minutes to get the mail, I don't see a problem.

[Taltarzac725]

Do not sweat over the small stuff.

[theorem painter]

I will have to admit that I have parked in front of them so they have to back out. Do I think they got the message that it isn't appropriate to park like that? Of course not, but it made me laugh to myself to inconvenience them.

[Chatbrat]

I always park infront of them if I can, would be great if another car parked directly behind them--

[villagerjack]

Originally Posted by theorem painter

I will have to admit that I have parked in front of them so they have to back out. Do I think they got the message that it isn't appropriate to park like that? Of course not, but it made me laugh to myself to inconvenience them.

I always ask myself' What would Eleanor do?"

[ednetdl]

A lot of accidents happen when backing up in a parking lot. Not such a terrible thing to do assuming plenty of spaces available.

[bbbbbb]

Originally Posted by theorem painter

I will have to admit that I have parked in front of them so they have to back out. Do I think they got the message that it isn't appropriate to park like that? Of course not, but it made me laugh to myself to inconvenience them.

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Well it seems to me:
1. All mail boxes have sufficient overflow parking, if we have to park a short distance and walk say 50+ feet who cares? Exercise a little bit folks.
2. Some older folks are loaded with Arthritic Conditions and so they try to minimize the pain of walking and or backing out. Give em a break, they do need it.
3. Why aggravate that or any situation with a cart? Do you not see that if you purposely antagonize people, then you may be getting some scratches or worse?
4. Relax and enjoy your Retirement, take it easy!!!
5. One guy was very upset at me for where I parked my bike, he threatened to kick out the spokes!!

Is retired life that difficult for some to chill out? Lucky for him he changed his mind, or what is left of it.

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[CFrance]

I always back into a spot across from the building because the TG postal center is on a through street and people and cars are coming from three different directions. I'm afraid I'll hit someone or somebody's car if I have to back out of a parking space. I'm not real accurate at backing up and am frequently over the line. But there's always been enough room for everybody to park, and I'm not going to back and fill till I get it right because; it's not harming or inconveniencing anyone.

[asianthree]

I do find those the park sideways and take up multiple spaces have more difficulty walking and jumping up on the curb to get their mail. It makes it easier for them to just slide off of their seat instead of having to climb up the curb.
Because I don't have any issues I park by the pool and walk down makes life easier, and less carts to duck out of the way. I don't find these people privileged or entitled. I think of them either they don't care or they have issues. Have a happy Thanksgiving