The Case of the Cart-Crasher
We’ve all been there. You’ve meticulously selected the shortest line, the one with the shopper seemingly on the verge of paying. Then, BAM! A wild cart appears beside you, overflowing with enough snacks to stock a small convenience store. The culprit? A sweet, little old lady with a twinkle in her eye and a complete disregard for the unspoken rules of grocery line etiquette.
Mastering the Art of the Grocery Store Buffer Zone
Personal space? In a grocery store? Don’t be ridiculous! But seriously, there’s an art to maintaining a respectful distance in line. Too close, and you’re practically auditing their grocery choices. Too far, and you risk the dreaded line-jumper swooping in for the kill.
The key is to master the “Grocery Lean.” It’s that casual yet strategic posture that says, “I’m aware of your existence, but I’m also deeply invested in this magazine headline about the five foods that supposedly melt belly fat.”