Things That Annoy You

[ShayP]

CATHOLIC weddings.

Yes, that kind would be at the apex.

[PB the Deplorable]

Yes, that kind would be at the apex.

Christian weddings with no booze

[FightTheFuture]

Christian weddings with no booze

BAPTIST weddings

[wr250]

having to fix my own vehicles...

[b_dubb]

CATHOLIC weddings.

Why you gotta be like that? 

[ItsOver]

There is one "station" by me that is notoriously bad for USPS receiving. Due to the vagaries of the system, however,  the one closer to me I can go to for sending and operates great and very friendly. But, due to whatever weird processes they use, to RECEIVE package, above a certain size, I need to go to a station further away, and invariably during such times, as Christmas, it is a zoo and my large packages always have damage too them, missing items, etc. The system is nutso! USPS often seems to combine the worst of government-ideas and private companies. Raise rates when usage falls. Contrary to simple economics and is saddled with pensions/costs/demands of government but now operating as a semi-independent operation, but without ability to operate as a real business. It is too bad because for those in rural areas, older people, etc it is still important. They COULD innovate, of course, or expand (example into simple banking, money transfer (heck even for the illegals sending money back to Mexico, etc) like many banks do in Europe for those types of customers) but don't seem to wish too.

I try to avoid using the USPS at all costs but some shippers give you no option.  The post office closest to me is an absolute nightmare to deal with.  Surly employees who could give a damn about customer service and long waits.


What I love is when I check on this shipment's status, USPS still shows it in a postal location close to it's origination.  I wouldn't be surprised if the package shows up at my doorstep tomorrow, as if it somehow was instantaneously transported.  Not long ago, the local postman left a small package in my postal box and managed to conveniently jam it in to the box lock so it wouldn't rotate to open when I used my key.  I had to leave a note to tell him I couldn't open my postal box.  :

[Camazotz Automat]

I'm one of those who tends to have good luck with the USPS.

But here is something very annoying connected to that topic.

My carrier encountered a badly tilted mailbox on her rural route. She gave me the details. It was so tilted that the contents would slide OUT if she wasn't attentive enough to quickly slam the mailbox shut. If she didn't, she was forced to exit her vehicle and pick them up or chase them if windblown.

So she left a professional, non confrontational note for the owner on a Post It note. The next day, my carrier found the note returned to the mailbox, with the mailbox owner's response.

I imagine that this authentic note - you have my word it's not some internet meme joke - might send a certain BellGab cat into a mouth-foaming response. (Which, I add, it should. I cursed a blue streaked bitch when I read it. I'm all for understanding people who need help repairing something, but you do not glibly shove such a shitty response at a postal worker. Jesus. Still pisses me off thinking about the mindset involved.)

[PathoJen]

I was really annoyed when a friend invited me to hang out last weekend. I arrived to find that he had another friend there waiting to sell me an Amway membership. No thanks.

The ol bait and switch trick.

[GeorgieForPresident2216]

... Not long ago, the local postman left a small package in my postal box and managed to conveniently jam it in to the box lock so it wouldn't rotate to open when I used my key....

Those guys, always going the extra mile to ensure your security.

[GeorgieForPresident2216]

It is rare for me to buy something from the United States that comes through the US Postal Service.  Most will cite some sort of regulation whereby they cannot use it to send packages across the border, or something similar.  Most use UPS which absolutely gouges you for cross-border fees so that the shipping fees become more than the value of the package.  I prefer it those times they do send USPS because it's almost always very, very inexpensive and hassle free.  For a few dollars the package ends up in my mailbox a week later, no fuss, no extra fees.

[bateman]

I'm one of those who tends to have good luck with the USPS.

But here is something very annoying connected to that topic.

My carrier encountered a badly tilted mailbox on her rural route. She gave me the details. It was so tilted that the contents would slide OUT if she wasn't attentive enough to quickly slam the mailbox shut. If she didn't, she was forced to exit her vehicle and pick them up or chase them if windblown.

So she left a professional, non confrontational note for the owner on a Post It note. The next day, my carrier found the note returned to the mailbox, with the mailbox owner's response.

I imagine that this authentic note - you have my word it's not some internet meme joke - might send a certain BellGab cat into a mouth-foaming response. (Which, I add, it should. I cursed a blue streaked bitch when I read it. I'm all for understanding people who need help repairing something, but you do not glibly shove such a shitty response at a postal worker. Jesus. Still pisses me off thinking about the mindset involved.)

This is making me twitch.

[PB the Deplorable]

I try to avoid using the USPS at all costs but some shippers give you no option.  The post office closest to me is an absolute nightmare to deal with.  Surly employees who could give a damn about customer service and long waits...

Same here, fortunately we have a few other options.  There is a Staples with a counter dedicated to providing services under an outsourcing agreement with the USPS

Awhile back, 3 or 4 people claiming to be retired postal workers were out front 'picketing'.  They didn't like it that Staples was being given this authority, claiming it hurt postal workers.  That was just too good.  I happened to have a bit of time, and ended up talking to them for a loong time.  They finally all decided to leave and get some lunch. 

[albrecht]

Same here, fortunately we have a few other options.  There is a Staples with a counter dedicated to providing services under the auspices of the USPS

Awhile back, 3 or 4 people claiming to be retired postal workers were out front 'picketing'.  They didn't like it that Staples was being given this authority, claiming it hurt postal workers.  That was just too good.  I talked to them for a loong time.  They finally all decided to leave and get some lunch.

The thing is it is sooo hit or miss and bureacratic. At my closest station, which is semi-rural, the people there are great! Friendly, no long lines, let you use their strapping tape, pens, etc and even had paid my postage when I forgot to put stamps on. (Left a little envelope in my mail box saying I owed them x amount.)

But, due to bureaucracy, I need to go into town to RECEIVE any large packages, registered mail, etc. There the lines are long and the workers seem more preoccupied with doing their nails and chatting and resent (let out big sighs any time to ask them to do anything or make a transaction) customers or having to work.

[zeebo]

Same here, fortunately we have a few other options.  There is a Staples with a counter dedicated to providing services under the auspices of the USPS...

I rarely mail anything anymore, but the other day I had to send something certified.  Went to the P.O. and there were fifteen people in line, one clerk.  After ten minutes the line hadn't even moved.  Gave up and left. 

Then found out there's a Hallmark store, with a little annex where they can do basic USPS stuff.  Went there, no line, friendly clerk - mission was successful in like two minutes.  Felt like I just found a secret room in a videogame.

[eyenoeyeno]

I'm one of those who tends to have good luck with the USPS.

But here is something very annoying connected to that topic.

My carrier encountered a badly tilted mailbox on her rural route. She gave me the details. It was so tilted that the contents would slide OUT if she wasn't attentive enough to quickly slam the mailbox shut. If she didn't, she was forced to exit her vehicle and pick them up or chase them if windblown.

So she left a professional, non confrontational note for the owner on a Post It note. The next day, my carrier found the note returned to the mailbox, with the mailbox owner's response.

I imagine that this authentic note - you have my word it's not some internet meme joke - might send a certain BellGab cat into a mouth-foaming response. (Which, I add, it should. I cursed a blue streaked bitch when I read it. I'm all for understanding people who need help repairing something, but you do not glibly shove such a shitty response at a postal worker. Jesus. Still pisses me off thinking about the mindset involved.)

Oh my

[eyenoeyeno]

Parking lot kid exchanges.

[Eddie Coyle]

I'm one of those who tends to have good luck with the USPS.

But here is something very annoying connected to that topic.

My carrier encountered a badly tilted mailbox on her rural route. She gave me the details. It was so tilted that the contents would slide OUT if she wasn't attentive enough to quickly slam the mailbox shut. If she didn't, she was forced to exit her vehicle and pick them up or chase them if windblown.

So she left a professional, non confrontational note for the owner on a Post It note. The next day, my carrier found the note returned to the mailbox, with the mailbox owner's response.

I imagine that this authentic note - you have my word it's not some internet meme joke - might send a certain BellGab cat into a mouth-foaming response. (Which, I add, it should. I cursed a blue streaked bitch when I read it. I'm all for understanding people who need help repairing something, but you do not glibly shove such a shitty response at a postal worker. Jesus. Still pisses me off thinking about the mindset involved.)

   I think we can figure why this lovely lady is a single mom. I don't think it's by her choice. And the tenor of her response indicates she weighs 3 bills with ease.

[pate]

My nieces laugh, I laugh still it annoys me:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PCkvCPvDXk

[zeebo]

Grocery store checkout counter ...

Them: "Did you find everything ok?"
Me: "Nope, actually you guys stopped carrying my fave ice cream, and your tomatoes are all overripe, and you moved my beer again, and you swapped the good cheese with your awful generic stuff, and ....
Them: "Ok that'll be fifty bucks."
Me (to myself): "Why the frig did you ask me then?"

[Eddie Coyle]

 
   Flaherty and Sons roofing.


   Old Man Flaherty sure must have fucked a ton of Brazilian women.

[ItsOver]

I rarely mail anything anymore, but the other day I had to send something certified.  Went to the P.O. and there were fifteen people in line, one clerk.  After ten minutes the line hadn't even moved.  Gave up and left. 

Then found out there's a Hallmark store, with a little annex where they can do basic USPS stuff.  Went there, no line, friendly clerk - mission was successful in like two minutes.  Felt like I just found a secret room in a videogame.

Ah, yes.  There's an ACE hardware near me which has started the basic USPS services.  What a remarkable difference.  A pleasant clerk and no lines.  I go there, whenever possible.  It's like an alternate universe or a time machine back to the '50s.

[ItsOver]

Grocery store checkout counter ...

Them: "Did you find everything ok?"
Me: "Nope, actually you guys stopped carrying my fave ice cream, and your tomatoes are all overripe, and you moved my beer again, and you swapped the good cheese with your awful generic stuff, and ....
Them: "Ok that'll be fifty bucks."
Me (to myself): "Why the frig did you ask me then?"

A Kroger near me now has every freaking employee ask customers "how are you today?"  Hey, it's nice to be nice but it's obvious the store now has this as some sort of mandatory policy now.  After about the third mandatory query, I just ignore it.  I guess they're trying to keep up with Whole Foods or they've been seized by the Stepford Wives  :

[Eddie Coyle]

   Parents of junkies, living and dead, who use the convenient excuse of "my kid got hooked on heroin because they were prescribed Vicodin,etc for wisdom teeth..."

   Yeah, their uncles/aunts/cousins/brothers/mothers/fathers/friends being users of smack had no influence.

[The General]

   Flaherty and Sons roofing.


   Old Man Flaherty sure must have fucked a ton of Brazilian women.

Nice work if you can get it.

[Evil Twin Of Zen]

A Kroger near me now has every freaking employee ask customers "how are you today?"  Hey, it's nice to be nice but it's obvious the store now has this as some sort of mandatory policy now.  After about the third mandatory query, I just ignore it.  I guess they're trying to keep up with Whole Foods or they've been seized by the Stepford Wives  :

tell them you are fine. then ask them where the hemorrhoid cream is located. offer to shake their hand for bonus points. 

[PathoJen]

A Kroger near me now has every freaking employee ask customers "how are you today?"  Hey, it's nice to be nice but it's obvious the store now has this as some sort of mandatory policy now.  After about the third mandatory query, I just ignore it.  I guess they're trying to keep up with Whole Foods or they've been seized by the Stepford Wives  :

I don't mind the "how are you" it's the discussion of items in my basket. For example "I've always wanted to try these. Do you like them?" And stuff like that. I'm usually in a horrible mood after grocery shopping and in no mood to shoot the breeze.

[onan]

It seems like every store I go into is now asking for a donation to help some group. Yep, annoyed.

[albrecht]

It seems like every store I go into is now asking for a donation to help some group. Yep, annoyed.

Yeah, even on those machines you must now use to pay. "Donate a 1$, $5, $10, $OTHER to XYZ," right next to whatever color shopping bag (since my town has banned free plastic bags) to buy, to promote "awareness" of ABC, to cashiers being told to ring a buzzer when someone buys a presorted bag of food for poor people as a result of EFG.

I don't mind charity but am careful where I give and it ceases to be charity if you are shamed into giving. And so many seem to me, morally if not legally, not really all that "charitable."

[ItsOver]

I don't mind the "how are you" it's the discussion of items in my basket. For example "I've always wanted to try these. Do you like them?" And stuff like that. I'm usually in a horrible mood after grocery shopping and in no mood to shoot the breeze.

Yeah, just what I need.  A critique of my grocery items, courtesy of some pimple-face kid.  Thank goodness for self-service checkout.
 

[ItsOver]

It seems like every store I go into is now asking for a donation to help some group. Yep, annoyed.

Followed by a panhandler at the street corner.  Who later drives off in a new Mercedes.