My Bad Manners

Terry and I took the kids to the movies today. I'll post a review of "Fly Me To the Moon" later. AJ and I stood in a loooooong line for popcorn, and he was very clingy. He wanted to be held, and I picked him up because it was either that or have him freak out on the ground!!I get to the front of the line after about 15 minutes of waiting. I set him on the counter and placed my order. After our transaction was completed, I began to walk off with hands full of popcorn, a drink, napkins, and AJ's hand (yes, he agreed to walk at that point). Some woman shouted after me, "NEXT TIME, LEAVE YOUR KID'S BUTT OFF THE COUNTER WHERE OUR FOOD IS SERVED!!!"

I was stunned. I replied, "I am so sorry. I didn't even think about it." And walked away while I heard her continuing to grumble to everyone in line. I was so embarrassed. I started out pleased that AJ hadn't thrown a temper tantrum while we were waiting, becaused there were so many people in line and crowds really freak him out. .. .

Honestly, it NEVER occurred to me that this would be unhygienic. Thinking about it now, it makes sense. But I've been a mother for 5 years and it has not EVER crossed my mind!! OOPS!!



 

Why didn't the woman offer to hold him for me? Or help me with the popcorn and drink? Or quietly mention her concern?? I wasn't rude or mean in line, I spoke softly and pleasantly to AJ, the man behind the counter, and the lady in line who didn't want me to forget our 3-D glasses.

Oh well. You win some, you lose some. It's just sad how one bitter angry person can affect me. :(