The Unspoken Rules of Being a Line-Stander (And Why I’m Now an Expert)
From Line-Stander Zero to Hero (Well, Sort Of)
Let’s be honest, nobody likes waiting in line. It’s right up there with slow internet and lukewarm coffee on the list of life’s minor annoyances. Yet, there I was last week, stuck in a queue that snaked around the block, all for a chance to snag the latest, greatest, limited-edition… toaster oven? (Hey, don’t judge my priorities.)
As I stood there, sandwiched between a chatty grandma and a guy furiously texting on his phone, I realized something profound: there’s an art to this whole line-standing thing. An unspoken code of conduct. A set of unwritten rules that separate the novices from the seasoned pros.
And guess what? After surviving that toaster oven ordeal (spoiler alert: I got one!), I’m pretty sure I’ve cracked the code. So, without further ado, I present to you, dear reader, the ultimate guide to mastering the art of the queue:
Rule #1: The Invisible Force Field (aka Personal Space is Sacred)
