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Original poster

I know I'm not being unreasonable about this parking!!! (with diagram)

655 replies

UnsuspectedItem · 13/01/2018 13:12

But I thought I'd share anyway.

This happens on our street a LOT and I just don't understand how people can be so inconsiderate, the gap between the wing mirror and wall isn't big enough for a child to slip through and the car is so huge it blocks pedestrians from seeing whats coming without stepping into the road.
Not to mention that he's parked on a T-junction.

GRR!

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I know I'm not being unreasonable about this parking!!! (with diagram)
I know I'm not being unreasonable about this parking!!! (with diagram)
I know I'm not being unreasonable about this parking!!! (with diagram)
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JollyJuniper · 13/01/2018 16:15

Placemark! As mum of twins a special place in hell is reserved for people who park on pavements.

MothertotheLordsofmisrule · 13/01/2018 16:14

Re. Darkness

Claim you can smell gas near the junction.

Gas company rock up, floodlight area to work.

Obviously need to fake smell of gas....

Original poster
UnsuspectedItem · 13/01/2018 16:13

For reference, I'm not a fan of Unicorns but found the costume hilarious and the party is "Fantasy themed"...

Still no update, and the light is fading Sad

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TinkerbellSparkle · 13/01/2018 16:12

You’re going as a Unicorn? Just when I thought things couldn’t get any more awesome - fans herself with the excitement of it all.

ThePlatypusAlwaysTriumphs · 13/01/2018 16:12

The costume is wonderful! What a story you will have to tell your future children about The Day You Met Their Father GrinGrinGrin

derangedmermaid · 13/01/2018 16:12

OMG...the thread has Unicorns now?

Fucking unicorns. I remember when it wasn't cool to like them...

LakieLady · 13/01/2018 16:10

It's getting dark here. It must be darker in Staffordshire, because it's further north.

I am getting concerned that OP won't get a good view of the denouement because of low light levels. Is it too late to ring a hire place and get them to deliver some of those really bright lights that builders use? Or kidnap a film crew and force them to lie in wait for the arrival of the tow truck and return of CF?

Nanny0gg · 13/01/2018 16:10

Costume ideas providing roadside camouflage : zebra crossing, streetlamp, lay-by, police box, alsatian dog...

Grin

You do know, OP, you've set the bar for diagrams way too high now?

TheSassyAssassin · 13/01/2018 16:10

OMG...the thread has Unicorns now? 🦄🦄🦄StarStarStar

Roussette · 13/01/2018 16:08

Genius Mother !!

Snotgobbler99 · 13/01/2018 16:08

Im meant to be going to a Fancy Dress party tonight and really should get ready but think I'll be even more conspicuous in my party outfit if I need to film on the sly.

Costume ideas providing roadside camouflage : zebra crossing, streetlamp, lay-by, police box, alsatian dog...

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UnsuspectedItem · 13/01/2018 16:08

Ooogetyooo

I know I'm not being unreasonable about this parking!!! (with diagram)
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SellMySoulForSomeSleep · 13/01/2018 16:07

This has cheered up a dull Saturday no end! You're fab OP

MothertotheLordsofmisrule · 13/01/2018 16:07

I think op should go dressed as a police officer so she can blend in around the CF's car while casually holding phone.

wheresthel1ght · 13/01/2018 16:07

Place marking

Heathen pickle officer, those biscuits are awesome!

☕🍷 at the ready

WhyamIBoredathome · 13/01/2018 16:06

Shamless placemarking

Jaxinthebox · 13/01/2018 16:05

ooh after a totally shit morning I am loving reading this thread!

Roussette · 13/01/2018 16:05

I'm in two minds about CF being allowed back also. Squillions of money will just not cut it with his parking. unless he looks like Hugh Grant

MadMags · 13/01/2018 16:05

But if we have a reason Breakfast?

Ooogetyooo · 13/01/2018 16:05

Op dressed as what exactly???

Roussette · 13/01/2018 16:04

Brainwave. You could always borrow a police outfit for tonight? Will save time as you need to be here updating us Grin

BreakfastAtSquiffanys · 13/01/2018 16:04

No, the CF parker can't be potential love interest.
Crappy parking makes my ovaries shrivel

MadMags · 13/01/2018 16:03

But I think we could do without the worry of being a rebound from bitchGF!

It's already too complicated.

If we can find a good enough reason for the lapsed tax, I'm willing to allow CF back into the ring

Idontdowindows · 13/01/2018 16:03

I went shopping and when I came back I had four lovely extra pages to read. I do so hope they're going to drag the car away!

BrevilleTron · 13/01/2018 16:02

You are not kidding me
I totally agree with you on that.
I have the daily rage when I get to work every morning and discover thousands of the things cluttering up my car park. Angry

Sadly it's partly my fault as I make the damn things. hangs head in shame knowing they all come with parking sensors but sadly no ACFS (Anti-Cheeky Fucker System) option is available