Quote Originally Posted by 11Bravo View Post
Yes, I cite before I comment (footnote at the top of the page):
Myself, a slight delay doesn't bother me. I'm always shown to the room, and it gives me time to take off my coat, hang up my cane, unlace my boots, and remove my truss while waiting. But I don't whine about it because I know I'll ALWAYS get FULL time. Our patronage is valued - both by the shop and the provider. We're often told we're funny (and fun) because we don't take things so seriously. We have money, but we don't pay OTT, not even asked, because our experience is evident and acknowledged. We don't need to act all alpha because our masculinity is never in doubt. The little monkeys jump around, beating their chests, while the ole silverbacks just kick back and relax. Respect given, respect shown.

We certainly have our timeout thresholds, but, if hit, we just say, "Sorry, another time", and depart for Plan B. Because we always have a Plan B, AND we have the time to implement said Plan B.

This YYP* (OK, mixed metaphor) is no doubt upset because his booking was delayed by one of us, not understanding that RHIP. Because, you see, with our free time, a delay isn't a big deal. Now for YYP's... so sorry, 1 hour lunch is over; back to work. Chop Chop.


*YYP: yapping young pup

----------------------------------------------------------------

As to endorphine7:
Seems that a number of boys here think that getting old is some kind of curse and it's a slur to be called "old". When I was young, once upon a time, yes, I used to think, "Damn, that's OLD, what can they do?" Turns out, quite a bit. And when she says, "Wow, I'm impressed", you know it's genuine.

Yes, you do lose a bit of agility, and you creak a bit more when you get out of bed in the morning. The advantage is, YOU chose when you get out of bed because you don't have to set an alarm to be somewhere you HAVE to be. So you might be slower, but you have more free time to get there, AND experience to lead you.

And eventually you come to a point where you realize that growing old is a privilege denied to many. So you enjoy life to its fullest with free time and sufficient funds. Back to the grind, boy.
These are instructions on how to deal with DEMENTED grumpy old men (GOOGLE) :


❌ The Don'ts

Don't argue or reason: The disease affects their logic. You cannot win an argument, and it will only cause them distress.

Don't ask "Don't you remember?": This can make them feel embarrassed or defensive. Instead, state information simply (e.g., "It's time for lunch").

Don't quiz them: Avoid asking detailed questions about recent events or names.Don't use negative phrasing: Instead of saying "Don't go there," frame it as a positive suggestion: "Let's walk over here".

Don't rush them: Give them plenty of time to process what you've said and formulate a response.

Don't take behaviors personally: Recognize that the disease, not the person, is causing changes in their mood and communication.


I looked up GOOGLE like you always want people to and I"ll heed to their response.

you cant argue against GOOGLE now can you ..?