This weeks wWall contains a quick rant in the form of an anecdote. I am a firm believer that people are actually getting ruder and ruder. We live in a very touristy area and for some reason, people believe that when on holiday, it’s quite all right to leave your manners back at home.
It amazes me that, the simple polite task of moving out a person’s way when you are clearly blocking their path, has been lost. Even if you use the excuse that you were distracted by the amazing sights and sounds of our little town; marching down the road in a straight line and not budging an inch to allow a couple now in a single file to pass, is inexcusable.
Just remember that when you have trampled through this town and returned to your home, we will still be here. And leaving a good impression on us is key to you enjoying your next visit. So although we know that you are confused and not used to our higgledy-piggledy town, at least use some common sense and when you see us coming, give us a little room!
I’ve been a victim of this along with you. We just have to keep our heads on. Sometimes the tourists are cool. Their oblivious smiles and naivety can be somewhat charming. It’s a reminder of why we’re here in this lil’ ole town. If they forget to move an inch for us…we’ll just deal with it and smile.
Our pretty little town is a pleasure to live in so, yes, I have to agree with you on this. After all we could be living in the “villes”!