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Old 11-29-2007, 05:11 PM   #91
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I had a severe eye twitch that lasted for several weeks earlier this year. My solution was to take time off from work and minimize my stress. It seemed to help.
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Old 11-29-2007, 05:32 PM   #92
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How about when you move their irresponsibly parked cart outta the way - the looks you get.... LOL
Even better, if you just smash into it with your cart and say "OOPS"
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Old 11-29-2007, 05:32 PM   #93
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I'm very patient with people around me, while at the stores (on the outside of course), however on the inside I feel like my head is going to explode. Because of their arrogance, in believing that they are the only shopper.

I will say this, the day before Thanksgiving, I was at the store and was in need of something and didn’t see it – there was a stock person there filling the shelves and I asked him if they had any of it and he said no. We chatted for a few minutes about the shoppers, etc. Anyway, so I left and continued shopping. About 10 minutes later, I hear this “Ma’am”, “Ma’am” – I turn around and there’s the guy with two bags of the chopped broccoli. Needless to say, I was touched. I appreciated the effort he went to and told him so. Maybe because I was nice to him in the beginning rather than being a bitch he helped me out.
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Old 11-29-2007, 05:39 PM   #94
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Jester that was me as a shelf stacker.
I dreamed of being mystery shopped (you got £100 - $200! - bonus for a score of 90% and above)

The customers still wound me up, but in general I treated them as we were taught in our induction. It's only since going back to the same chain that I realise I was in the minority!

I am always courteous to other shoppers (except in ma heid). I am hyper-aware of who is coming through, who is slowing down, who is stopping in front of me. That's why I hate te new trend of skates in kids' trainers. You are aware of everything around you and the pace it is moving - then there's an elbow high kid in the speace you nearly swung your basket into!
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Old 11-29-2007, 05:41 PM   #95
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Jester that was me as a shelf stacker.
I dreamed of being mystery shopped (you got £100 - $200! - bonus for a score of 90% and above)

The customers still wound me up, but in general I treated them as we were taught in our induction. It's only since going back to the same chain that I realise I was in the minority!

I am always courteous to other shoppers (except in ma heid). I am hyper-aware of who is coming through, who is slowing down, who is stopping in front of me. That's why I hate te new trend of skates in kids' trainers. You are aware of everything around you and the pace it is moving - then there's an elbow high kid in the speace you nearly swung your basket into!
little freaks - they deserve to be run over.
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Old 11-29-2007, 05:42 PM   #96
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I so want a pair of those shoe skates.
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Old 11-29-2007, 05:46 PM   #97
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I so want a pair of those shoe skates.
figures:p
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Old 11-29-2007, 07:14 PM   #98
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I so want a pair of those shoe skates.
I'll send you mine. Stock up on ass pads.
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Old 11-29-2007, 08:00 PM   #99
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I think I told you guys before that one year several years ago my New Year's resolution was to make sure I complimented good service to that person's supervisor, or the customer service desk, or whatever. I still try to remember to do that. It doesn't cost me a dime, and hopefully it makes someone's day, helps them on a raise evaluation, or whatever.
I find that's really important at work, too. I deal with a lot of court clerks and other staff members. When I get really good service, I make it a point to thank them, either in writing (where it can go in their personnel file); or thanking their supervisor.
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Old 11-30-2007, 07:40 AM   #100
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I'll send you mine. Stock up on ass pads.
hey, jester...it's well known I"ll never grow up.

jinx, for the time being I got plenty o' natural padding there! Do you know where I can find them for adults (the shoes, not asses) I've seen them for older kids and I think I could find a size to fit but not sure.
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Old 11-30-2007, 07:49 AM   #101
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I've noticed most sports stores selling adult Heelies this year. not that I've been looking or want a pair or anything
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Old 11-30-2007, 09:39 AM   #102
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Just want to insert a note here - I don't think any kids/adults with Heelies are freaks - just the ones who are let loose in the store with no supervision whatsoever.
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Old 11-30-2007, 11:45 AM   #103
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hey, jester...it's well known I"ll never grow up.

jinx, for the time being I got plenty o' natural padding there! Do you know where I can find them for adults (the shoes, not asses) I've seen them for older kids and I think I could find a size to fit but not sure.

What size are you Shawnee? In womens shoes?

And would you actually wear a pair or just stare at them?
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Old 11-30-2007, 12:15 PM   #104
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lmao! Probably just stare at them.
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Old 11-30-2007, 12:17 PM   #105
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mmmm..okay.


Then I'm the only one that looks like an idiot...
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