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jenzzi · 2026-04-25T08:10:21+00:00

Following this thread [[https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/am_i_being_unreasonable/5520735-things-people-do-that-just-baffle-you?page=40 https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/am_i_being_unreasonable/5520735-things-people-do-that-just-baffle-you?page=40]] Things included talking on loudspeaker in public very elderly people who shop on Saturday morning people that stop at shop entrances people park next to you in a car park that is about 20% full

HedgeWitchOfTheWest · 04/05/2026 09:29

I’m baffled how some people seem to read an aggressive/attacking/unpleasant tone into every neutral statement or see everything as “bashing”.

Maybe calm down and try reading things in a neutral or friendly way. Much nicer way to imagine things than making everything combative.

Tshirtking · 04/05/2026 09:13

Plus jenzzi when you work in a supermarket you are there to help the customers. Not put the elderly or disabled through even more stress. I have also worked in a supermarket, your attitude is disgusting

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jenzzi · 04/05/2026 08:40

People who spend thousands of pounds on a holiday abroad. Then never leave the hotel and don’t eat the local cuisine.

This is my hell. I go on holiday to relax. Plus spend days exploring the area. Then eat local cuisine

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Tshirtking · 04/05/2026 08:40

You know jenzzi, elderly people don't take longer just to piss you off. Many have early onset dementia which affects their decision making. Many walk slow due to arthritis. There's many other conditions In not going to name them all. I get so angry when people, esp people who work in shops so should know better get annoyed with the elderly who just want to get through the day with kindness. Jenzzi it's time to give your head an enormous wobble.

Tshirtking · 04/05/2026 08:31

jenzzi · 04/05/2026 08:11

Work for a supermarket for 14 years and you will notice more. As majority of customers spend 1.5 hours a week in a supermarket in 2/3 visits. I worked 35 hours a week

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So you should have noticed that elderly quite naturally walk slower and often take longer time make decisions. It's called aging and you should have been accepting and been more tolerant

NewPapaGuinea · 04/05/2026 08:23

Tshirtking · 04/05/2026 07:22

You need to use the one lane from further back so you have a smooth flow of traffic. People who use the second lane then try to murge later creates a stop start in the flow of traffic making the time longer for most drivers. Except of course the ones who ignore this rule.

Merge in turn, if used correctly, is very smooth. Two lanes going the same speed and drivers just merge into one lane, one at a time. What causes the stop/start is the drivers trying their best to close gaps and stop merging.

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jenzzi · 04/05/2026 08:11

ForeverTheOptomist · 03/05/2026 20:40

I simply cannot believe that you said this.

So 'old' people are only allow to go shopping when 'working age customers' aren't going to be held up by them.

This is a shocking and outrageous approach. I simply cannot believe that you said that.

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Work for a supermarket for 14 years and you will notice more. As majority of customers spend 1.5 hours a week in a supermarket in 2/3 visits. I worked 35 hours a week

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BrickBiscuit · 04/05/2026 08:00

HowdoyoureallyKnow · 04/05/2026 07:27

@BrickBiscuit to be fair to the individuals they almost can't not they get schooled and lessons on it very early and it's backed up by family and community . Also they are told they are born it...

It seems a bit of a hot topic. I got nearly three times as many as the most reactions I'd ever got before (screenshot attached).

[edit though disappointed not to get a 'first post nails it' comment!]

BrickBiscuit · 04/05/2026 07:34

HowdoyoureallyKnow · 04/05/2026 07:27

@BrickBiscuit to be fair to the individuals they almost can't not they get schooled and lessons on it very early and it's backed up by family and community . Also they are told they are born it...

Interesting point. I was born, brought up and educated into a religion. I immediately thought (around the age of six or seven I suppose) that this doesn't make sense. I could not believe the adults were taken in by it. There were such blatantly obvious contradictions and impossible stories.

BrickBiscuit · 04/05/2026 07:30

oviraptor21 · 04/05/2026 07:00

How about on motorways where the overhead gantry signs are very clear about wanting you to move to the designated line now? Do you ignore them? Interested observer - no strong feelings either way but I do tend to follow the motorway signs. Depends how lucky I'm feeling whether I chance others as I know it pisses people off.

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It's mandatory to follow the motorway signs. They actually do mean "move over now". It's advisory to follow the merge-in-turn advice. It says take account of the speed of traffic and do it if safe.

HowdoyoureallyKnow · 04/05/2026 07:27

@BrickBiscuit to be fair to the individuals they almost can't not they get schooled and lessons on it very early and it's backed up by family and community . Also they are told they are born it...

Tshirtking · 04/05/2026 07:22

You need to use the one lane from further back so you have a smooth flow of traffic. People who use the second lane then try to murge later creates a stop start in the flow of traffic making the time longer for most drivers. Except of course the ones who ignore this rule.

oviraptor21 · 04/05/2026 07:05

Using two lanes won't get everyone through a one lane section any more quickly. In fact the argument is that using one lane from further back actually makes the traffic flow more smoothly and quickly.
The only counter argument is that when you're on an A road for example, traffic building up may cause congestion at earlier junctions and impact more people that way. That would rarely be the case on a motorway though.

oviraptor21 · 04/05/2026 07:00

Anononony · 26/04/2026 15:08

People who move over as soon as they see a sign for a lane closing nearly a mile away, then get angry at people who understand that they WANT you to use all lanes right up until the cones then merge in turn, because it keeps the tailback shorter in length freeing up junctions further back.

If they wanted you to merge at the first sign they would put the cones there! No one is pushing in, it's literally how you are supposed to drive 🤦

How about on motorways where the overhead gantry signs are very clear about wanting you to move to the designated line now? Do you ignore them? Interested observer - no strong feelings either way but I do tend to follow the motorway signs. Depends how lucky I'm feeling whether I chance others as I know it pisses people off.

oviraptor21 · 04/05/2026 06:38

People who put their hazard lights on when they're pulled over at the side of the road; buses - I'm looking at you. Why oh why? If your right indicator is going I think you're pulling out and either your left indicator can't be seen as there are other vehicles behind you, or I then have to double check your left indicator, having slowed down to let you out.
Just put your left indicator on if you must have any indicator at all.

Coffeebeforework · 04/05/2026 06:34

@Puffalicious If you are currently driving into Inverness from the A96 I totally feel your pain!

Whatexcellentboiledpotatoes · 03/05/2026 22:38

Echobelly · 03/05/2026 20:18

Wearing false eyelashes to the gym

Wearing false eyelashes

Flamingojune · 03/05/2026 21:16

ForPlumReader · 03/05/2026 12:43

Yes, I'm in on shared space and I always slow down. I've tried the "excuse me" but either they do not acknowledge (or don't hear) or turn round and make a fuss about moving (which isn't necessary). I've had a far better success rate with the bell.

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Ive never had that problem

Flamingojune · 03/05/2026 21:12

jenzzi · 03/05/2026 19:42

No. I liked working with many customers. Covid created the worst people. I finally left 2 years ago as I was suffering from depression and burnout. Had 6 months doing little to get my life back. I’m now in a job which is much more enjoyable and interesting

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And no annoying old people?

Tshirtking · 03/05/2026 20:58

ForeverTheOptomist · 03/05/2026 20:40

I simply cannot believe that you said this.

So 'old' people are only allow to go shopping when 'working age customers' aren't going to be held up by them.

This is a shocking and outrageous approach. I simply cannot believe that you said that.

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Absolutely this. OP the world doesn't revolve around you.

ForeverTheOptomist · 03/05/2026 20:49

Tshirtking · 03/05/2026 13:36

And working age people are completely oblivious to the fact the elderly can shop whenever they damn well please.

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Indeed. And chat to the people around them. Connection is what life is all about.

Gwenhwyfar · 03/05/2026 20:47

EstoyRobandoSuCasa · 03/05/2026 14:34

And as for those not wearing cycle helmets who have a bad accident - the cost to the NHS of treating someone with a brain injury could be huge.

And if they wear a helmet the impact goes to their neck instead and still costs the NHS money.

ForeverTheOptomist · 03/05/2026 20:43

jenzzi · 25/04/2026 10:12

Food couriers do this.

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As do people who live in narrow Victoria terraces.

ForeverTheOptomist · 03/05/2026 20:40

jenzzi · 03/05/2026 13:05

The thing is with elderly people who shop on Saturday mornings are completely oblivious to working age customers who want to grab stuff quickly. They are the root of frustration by many.

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I simply cannot believe that you said this.

So 'old' people are only allow to go shopping when 'working age customers' aren't going to be held up by them.

This is a shocking and outrageous approach. I simply cannot believe that you said that.

Echobelly · 03/05/2026 20:18

Wearing false eyelashes to the gym