Why older people are fun in public...

[jjkrkwood]

I hate tuna sandwiches unless I make them myself.

 

 

Me too, UNTIL I tried Theirs......

[BostonPhil]

Does your a la carte menu include pushing wheelchairs and changing their IV drips ???? I am sure the Depends change is standard fare ?

 

Only for you sweetie!

 

Me too, UNTIL I tried Theirs......

 

So, I will not let them put any mayo on. I had gotten sick 3 times from eating at 3 separate locations. They are a little lax in the handling of the volatile foods. It isn't the company's fault really, they are all franchises. I know the small business owners have to watch margins closely and often "harmless" health guidelines are the first to go. At least that has been my experience.

[BewareofNick]

First off---I'm 72, so I qualify as "old" in most people's eyes, and I wanted to get that out there first. Now on to the important stuff:

1. When I read the thread I was amused at the grandfather's discomfort because I could relate on a very personal level--to adjusting to a situation where I was out of my element, as he obviously was; but I also felt a little sentimental because here were three generations inter-acting with all the warts that most families have. So I was grateful that the thread was put up for us to read.

2. Very interesting reactions by several posters. After reading them, I agree that American children could probably be better trained? or taught how to treat their elders--that scenario would probably not happen in a French creamiery but American kids are raised in a kid-centric culture and we have to live with that---at least when dealing with the children of others.

3. The Subway experience made me smile also----I often cycle in the AM and find that the best fast-food place is the local Subway---quick, healthy if you make the right choices and clean. Mine does not have workers who would ever snicker at anyone's slowness in making choices and the manager would never allow servers to be on the phone while working. Having said all that, I can empathize with a customer coming in for the first time. Next time, or for those who have never been----check on the signs and follow them---bread choice, size of bread, type of sandwich (veggie, meatball, etc., etc.), then cheese, other things---lettuce, tomatoes, etc., etc. There are signs on the glass showing what's next. When you go there for the first time, it is slightly confusing---but you get to select what YOU want, which I enjoy.

4. Bottom line? This thread and the posters who replied reminded me once again of the diversity of people on this Forum and how much they all have to offer. Thanks guys for making Wednesday morning interesting )

 

After reading your response, it seems that the reaction of the grandfather in this scenario was more about the barrage of stupidity HE was forced to endure, whether it was the unruly grandchildren (who needed a smack or two)or the unhelpful employee.

[+ Charlie]

Several times, I've passed a Subway in a non-english speaking country. Although tempted by the idea of familiar snack, the prospect of ordering in Subway while navigating a language barrier terrifies me.

 

Don't let that stop you. The choices are usually written in English, and the young people who work in American fast food shops abroad often speak enough English to understand your order. They are also accustomed to dealing with American tourists who search out familiar places to eat.

[instudiocity]

3. The Subway experience made me smile also----I often cycle in the AM and find that the best fast-food place is the local Subway---quick, healthy if you make the right choices and clean. Mine does not have workers who would ever snicker at anyone's slowness in making choices and the manager would never allow servers to be on the phone while working. Having said all that, I can empathize with a customer coming in for the first time. Next time, or for those who have never been----check on the signs and follow them---bread choice, size of bread, type of sandwich (veggie, meatball, etc., etc.), then cheese, other things---lettuce, tomatoes, etc., etc. There are signs on the glass showing what's next. When you go there for the first time, it is slightly confusing---but you get to select what YOU want, which I enjoy.

Exactly! And at my local Subway, the employees serving me literally point from behind the counter to the back of each of those signs as they query me as to just what I would like on my Subway. And BTW, you can get 6" or 12", so you don't have to make 4 meals outta that foot-long!

[instudiocity]

Their Tuna footlong on Honey Wheat is the Best !

I dunno about me anymore JJ. When I read that I wondered, "For eating or practicing?" LOL!

[jjkrkwood]

I dunno about me anymore JJ. When I read that I wondered, "For eating or practicing?" LOL!

 

For practicing, I usually have to FREEZE it !

[jjkrkwood]

Exactly! And at my local Subway, the employees serving me literally point from behind the counter to the back of each of those signs as they query me as to just what I would like on my Subway. And BTW, you can get 6" or 12", so you don't have to make 4 meals outta that foot-long!

 

Honey, I always eat a footlong in its entirety at ONE sitting. :o Leftover footlong in anti-climactic