Dear Chicago Shoppers,
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I understand that time is money and therefore we always seem to be in a hurry. But since when did it become acceptable to show a complete lack of regard for the people around you? I am convinced that Chicago is home to some of the rudest and ignorant people.
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While out and about this afternoon I was cut off twice, both times the drivers seemed to be completely oblivious to the fact that I was there. I’m lucky I was paying attention or else I probably would have been hit. When I have the right of way, that’s not a good time to pull out into the intersection and look at me like I’m there wrongly. You are Mr. Rusty White Car. Don’t give me that look. I had every right to be there. So what if I was blocking your turn. I was only doing so because you weren’t meant to be in the intersection! Wait your eff’in turn!
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I hate when I’m walking through a mall and people come out of a store, barely, and stand there looking over the receipt or texting on the cell phone. Um…hello? We’re walking here! Why should I have to go around you? You’re the one getting in the way and messing up the flow. If you want to look at the shit you bought, walk past the entrance and stand off to the side. Don’t be ignorant. Don’t look surprised when somebody, I, make a comment about your inappropriate choice of gathering spot.
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Cashiers. Why can’t you look up at me? Is it that hard to take time out of your product swiping and bagging to look at me? If I say hello to you, I expect a hello back. Today I waited at least a minute before the cashier even turned around to notice I was there. She was too busy talking to another worker. I know I should have said something but honestly I was curious to see just how long this could go on. I’m not that short and she should have been able to hear me placing my items on the counter right next to her. Plus, it’s not her job to stand with her back turned to the entrance. She should be ready to help. I didn’t HAVE to come to this store. I’d much gladly go to Kohl’s and pay half the price for the stupid sweater. I should have.
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Don’t be ignorant. Get out of the way. Be respectful. Stop being stupid. The earth does not revolve around you. I don’t care if Bobby just asked you to winter formal or Forever XXI totally ripped you off. Stand to the eff’in side and celebrate or whatever. As for the crappy drivers, one day somebody won’t be paying attention and you’ll hit them and have a nice little lawsuit on your hands. I just hope that lucky person isn’t me!