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AIBU?

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AIBU for wanting my lunch break car trips to stay solo?

28 replies

SpentDad35 · 30/04/2026 11:40

Right, good morning all. I’m just wondering what you guys think of my situation & of course, do you think I’m unreasonable here?

so, I work within a small office with a team of 4 other people. My job has long hours & often demanding. The kitchen is often small & always occupied so I have learned quickly that lunch is often taken at my desk.
due to this, I have always taken 30 minutes out my day to take some “me time” call it lunch if you will. Where I drive to the local park & enjoy the scenery or nip to a local shop or cafe or fill my car up with petrol & just enjoy my time.

the last few weeks however, I have got a colleague who wants to come with me to get food. He always states “oh there’s a shop next to the park can I jump in” or “I’ll come to petrol station with you to get some food”
the odd time I wasn’t too bothered as he is a friend but lately it’s everyday.

AIBU for not wanting him to tag on everyday as I enjoy the time to myself?

for context, he can drive so could get some food for himself but just doesn’t want to go in his own vehicle.

OP posts:
needapokerface · 30/04/2026 13:57

If he asks where you are going just say out nothing more is required

WhereYouLeftIt · 30/04/2026 14:10

Have your response ready to deploy!

'No, I'm in need of solitude today.'
'Use your own petrol!' (said with a big smile)
'This is my downtime Derek, including downtime from you.'
'I'm not your chauffeur Derek.'

Start with the first, keep the others in reserve for if he doesn't take the hint.

Brownbl · 30/04/2026 14:16

Why would you allow this?
Just say No, I need this break in the day on my own.
So presumptuous of him.

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