by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

Instant Karma

I went out today to do a bit of shopping but realised i was a bit low on fuel so pulled onto our local garage forcourt and sat in line ready to move into the next vacant space.
One became vacant and i was just about to move forward into it when the car behind me raced in front of me and cut me up to get there first.
Ok i have all day untouched and he may be in a hurry but he then gave me the finger and laughed at me. I moved into the next space and re fueled my little car and then joined the queue to pay . The "gentleman" who had cut me up was in front of me. He paid and then started to cuss out loud. as he realised that in his hurry he had filled his diesel car with petrol.
Oh dear.I said to him with a smile, what a shame. that was perhaps a case of more haste less speed. I paid my bill and walked out with a huge grin on my face. No I didn't give him the finger back. but satisfaction had been given in full.

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by Patricia109 26 Feb 2015

Satisfaction is such a warm feeling.
Hope he has, at least, learnt to check the nozzle before filling in future..

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by ansalu 23 Feb 2015

This gives me a big smile on my face. Hate rude people with bad manners...

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eggyannie by eggyannie 23 Feb 2015

Just wait a while he gets around to them all but we may never know about it. But sometimes he does a rush job for us to see.

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by bielie 23 Feb 2015

Indeed, instant Karma. My smiles for the day

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eggyannie by eggyannie 23 Feb 2015

my smile for over a week . Now when things look dark i will remember that day and smile again

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by jeanfoz 23 Feb 2015

Love It.........xx

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eggyannie by eggyannie 23 Feb 2015

makes your day when this happens to you

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by katydid 23 Feb 2015

amen!!!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 23 Feb 2015

yes alls well that ends well

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by osueo 22 Feb 2015

O and all the other comments and observations!!!!!!!
It just makes me think----BEFORE I decide to give the finger: I MUST remember your experience and SMILE & WAVE & NOT extend the finger!!! You really got my attention and made me think. GOD bless you and keep you safe and continue your sense of humor.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 23 Feb 2015

by just waving and smiling you can get up there noses so much more because they cannot do anything back or complain about you so you get the gold star every time
what you are saying under your breath is another thing completely.

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by greysewist Moderator 22 Feb 2015

Love it, LOL.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 22 Feb 2015

yep, just love it

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by lbrow 21 Feb 2015

Vengeance is mine saith the Lord, I think he got paid back in full and you received a blessing for not rubbing it in/Lillian

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eggyannie by eggyannie 22 Feb 2015

yes i did and it was such a nice feeling too

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by sebsews 21 Feb 2015

Oh too funny! I hope you don't mind but this is one story I need to share.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 22 Feb 2015

please feel free to share it just may make someone smile

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by airyfairy edited 19 Feb 2015

Serves him right. It is very strange that he was even able to do that. We certainly cannot mix up the two fuels here in S.A. The nozzles on the fuel pipes are different sizes.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 19 Feb 2015

Well its the same here but you can put the smaller nozzle into the larger hole and that is what he did as he just didn't think to check what he was doing.perhaps he should get some glasses next pay day

airyfairy by airyfairy 19 Feb 2015

And maybe some manners

ansalu by ansalu 23 Feb 2015

Oh Sarah would be wonderful if some people could buy good manners ;o)

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by maggiejwl 18 Feb 2015

I love it when Instant Karma works!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 19 Feb 2015

every time

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by noah 18 Feb 2015

Thanks for the laugh i needed it!!!!Hugs Carolyn

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eggyannie by eggyannie 19 Feb 2015

we all need a good laugh and that was a real good one

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by grandmamek 18 Feb 2015

I had to laugh at the end of your story. It sounds as though he got his pay back quickly. Now I bet he will be dishing out $$$$ for a repair bill. Serves him right.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 19 Feb 2015

yep if the smile didn't get him the bank balance will

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by NancyBT10 18 Feb 2015

Ha, ha, ha! Too funny. Get 'em with a smile! When someone wants to flip their finger to me, I smile broadly and wave and wave like a lunatic! Just before reading this I receive an email back from a very well known embroidery design company that I purchase from regularly. I have gone out of my way to applaud their beautiful designs. I simply asked if their newest design was offered in a smaller hoop without the flourishes/embellishments. Well, what a rude response I received. I replied asking what in the world had I done to offend. Of course, no further response from them. Karma...yep, glad that you brought that up today...now, I can smile knowing the good or the bad you exhibit towards others WILL come back to you ;-) I am glad you witnessed Karma in action, I can just imagine your huge grin!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 19 Feb 2015

Well i sure hope you get the karma you deserve for your tolerance of this rude and thoughtless company . Word of mouth is the best advertising and they could loose customeers by their actions. Have you thought of investing in sewwhat pro. you can use the free to download thirty day trial to not only reduce the design to fit your hoop but also to remove the part you do not want.Or add parts from another design. I use it all the time for that purpose

NancyBT10 by NancyBT10 22 Feb 2015

Thank you for your kind embroidery software program suggestion! I will be sure to look at sewwhat pro when I get the opportunity to buy software. It sounds like it would do the things that I am most interested in, or have need for, at this time. Sadly, oftentimes when small companies become better known, and their customer base much larger, they become ruder to the people who helped build their business. I agree word of mouth can be the best advertising.

Patricia109 by Patricia109 26 Feb 2015

Hugs & a flower to you NancyBT10. Hope you receive a better response from that company one day. But don't hold your breath. Some companies are great and make a smaller hoop design available without side flourishes from a large hoop design or for a few hoopings. Sometimes the design doesn't look so good without the flourishes, but if they thought that removing them for you would spoil the look they were after, they could have said so nicely.

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by kazza 18 Feb 2015

I believe what goes around, comes around!
Have a great day.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 19 Feb 2015

it did that day and How

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by chenille 18 Feb 2015

Wonderful!!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 19 Feb 2015

yep it was

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by maleah 18 Feb 2015

Yes, Karma is wonderful. Especially when you can witness it. Keep smiling'

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

that i will especially when i can tell others about it

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by rosakent 18 Feb 2015

As ye sow, so shall ye reap! (did I spell sew right?) Jo

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

yep its spelt correctly and you are so right

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by cfidl 18 Feb 2015

yep that is instant! Unfortunately it will not stop him from doing similar actions again, It sounds like a way of life.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

just hope i am there to see it again if he does

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by dididwiar 18 Feb 2015

Don't you just love "KARMA"

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

adore. it especially when you can see it taking place in front of your eyes

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by gerryvb 18 Feb 2015

GREAT !!!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

yea it is

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by marianb 18 Feb 2015

Way to go calm and collected.. he may think twice next time..

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

You think so? he's a man so i doubt it

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by blueeyedblonde 18 Feb 2015

love it!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

don't we just

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by rosakent 18 Feb 2015

Wonderful, There is justice, Jo

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

yes there is

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by kezza2sew 18 Feb 2015

yeah gotta laugh at that one, serves him right huh...I wonder if he will be quick to jump in front of another car.....I very much doubt it...
So nice you held your cool all the way through....such a better way to life.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

bet he will remember that day for a long time and if he was married sure hope his wife gives him a bad time

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by rmj8939 18 Feb 2015

It served him right after being so rude. Think he learned anything?

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

yea he who laughs last laughs longest

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by christracey 18 Feb 2015

Good one, serves him right.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

I agree

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by gerryb 18 Feb 2015

You behaved like a lady....with a grin! Good gal!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

and what a grin

eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

yes but I am no lady but i sure am all woman

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by 1ladyb 17 Feb 2015

Love it for sure.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

so did i

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by sewist1 17 Feb 2015

Hope he had fun draining the tank. Showed he wasn't so smart after all.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

had to pay for a specialist to do it and he must have wasted half his day waiting around

sewist1 by sewist1 18 Feb 2015

Good. Shows that pushing in before others doesn't pay. He received his just desserts.

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by crafter2243 Moderator 17 Feb 2015

Ha, ha. Best of all you had nothing to do with it. I wish I could have seen the big grin on your face.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

it was a big bright one

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by Janus48 17 Feb 2015

Well that just made my day too!!! It's nice to know that Karma is still working. Some days I have my doubts. But this was good!
Thank you for sharing!!!!!!!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

a pleasure my friend

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by pennifold 17 Feb 2015

Proverbs 14:29 "Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly."

How true and I think he got what he deserved! Well done to you Annie. Love Chris

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

his bad manners certainly did him no good

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by toogie 17 Feb 2015

I am glad you didn't do like Kathy Bates, on Fried Green Tomatoes, when those girls thought they were smart, taking her place she had been waiting for. Although, I can understand perfectly how she felt!

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1ladyb by 1ladyb 17 Feb 2015

That's one of my favorite movies. I picture myself doing what Kathy did but I'd hate to mess up my car...lol

toogie by toogie 18 Feb 2015

lol

eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

but the thought did cross my mind but thankfully it moved on

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by KCowden 17 Feb 2015

Shame on him! Proud of you!!!

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by aussiequilter 17 Feb 2015

Im very proud of you staying calm ,I feel sorry for the offender ,he must be so unhappy

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eggyannie by eggyannie 18 Feb 2015

yes he must be it sure breaks my heart

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by graceandham 17 Feb 2015

God has a great sense of humor. See, you didn't even have to lift" a finger.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

no, He did it for me

toogie by toogie 17 Feb 2015

lol

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by irenewayne 17 Feb 2015

I'll bet that made your day!!!!! They say revenge is sweet but oh...what satisfaction you must have felt!!! LOL
Irene

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

It was that sweet it was like a huge box of assorted chocolates

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by hightechgrammy 17 Feb 2015

Oh! Thanks for the chuckles your story gave me! And good for you for maintaining your own dignity throughout this little ordeal!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

well i had no dignity left when i told my daughter as we both sat and laughed at the episode

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by mranderson 17 Feb 2015

Got what he deserved. It couldn't have happened to a nicer person. I would have given a little giggle as I walked away.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

i did have a giggle as did the cashier who had seen what he had done

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by designgirl 17 Feb 2015

He deserved that. I wouldn't want his repair bill. Maybe he has learned his lesson, not to butt in line. I think it looks good on him, what a JERK. I bet you were smiling for miles, I know I would be.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

yep still going to get miles of smiles from that shopping expedition

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by sewtired 17 Feb 2015

What a jerk! Even if he had a legitimate need for speed, there is never an excuse for boorish behavior. Glad you got the last laugh and thanks for sharing it with us.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

it was a please to share so we could all have a laugh at his expence.

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by draco 17 Feb 2015

Serves him right. I love it when people get what they deserve!!!!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

so do I

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by brittanycooper 17 Feb 2015

Good for you! Karma is with you. And I believe God was, too.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

yep he was and he sure has a great sense of humour

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by stork 17 Feb 2015

Karma!!! You just have to LOVE her!! lol

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

just so wonderfull when things all fall into place

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by sdrise 17 Feb 2015

Wow what an idiot... Serves him right for being nasty... Suzanne

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

well he thought he was being smart, just goes to show he was so wrong

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by dragonflyer 17 Feb 2015

.....sounds like it couldn't have happened to a "nicer" guy!!!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

Thats exactly what i thought

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by lique 17 Feb 2015

That must have given you such a good feeling!!! Serves him right!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

yep it sure did

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by snowbird42 17 Feb 2015

What do they say "Good things come to those who wait" i be you ad a smile on your face all day....soozie

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

that waas one queu i was glad i waited in

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by lovetoostitch 17 Feb 2015

That's what I call rough justice! For the other guy that is.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

yep rough on his wallet thats for sure. wonder how his finger feels

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by zoefzoef 17 Feb 2015

great story.. I sometimes think, .. as long as you wait enough .. bad behaviour will catch them in action. He, he , I'm smiling now.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

And I didn't even have to wait long

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by kingmar 17 Feb 2015

Oh my, every once in a while we get to see "justice" in action. I'm smiling just reading this

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

it hit him hard in his wallet thats for sure, He had to pay for the fuel and then pay to get it all taken out again.

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by queenofhearts 17 Feb 2015

Love it, love it.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 17 Feb 2015

Don't you just

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by lilylady 17 Feb 2015

Should only happen to a prefect gentleman, I hope the rest of his day goes as well.Beat your smile was pretty!

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by spendlove Moderator 17 Feb 2015

What a perfect ending!

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