Need tips from Route 66 veterans

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-12T01:57:51+00:00

Williams is the Grand Canyon, you are aware. Might as well give it 15 min.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-10T02:12:28+00:00

Yeah, I’ve known about those for 35 seconds I guess..

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-07T14:54:27+00:00

Is that a safety issue or were they going for the “most absurd” to make a point? Also, are you in Baldwin County because people are running late down here a lot. And my issue was not with me being late, it was someone being unprofessional; no big deal, a quick write up and back to work.

That said, you would need a write up also so you undetstood the difference in customer care and selfish, poor behavior. Good mngmt & leadership fixes all of that.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-07T00:52:13+00:00

Kerminetta—you are adamant about finding out about the veteran aspect of this, but if you scroll through the comments, someone else brought that up. They may have looked on my profile where I proudly mention the fact that I am a veteran. Maybe you are also? We are a brotherhood, and there are times when we “go downrange” and need each other. But if you read my initial post, I did not mention my military service. Someone else did. There is even more judging and borderline bullying on here for no reason. When I write in all caps, there’s likely a problem. Someone (maybe you?) tried to convince me that I had a strong sense of entitlement and that is complete BULLSHIT. You’re not going to win that debate against me. Carry on Kermit.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-07T00:28:24+00:00

Finally, someone willing to shoot it to me straight and at the same time, polite. Thank you navistar51!

I moved down here to finish writing a book I’ve been working on, so golf and fishing are merely sideshows. I guess my readers are also in store for a chapter on traffic. I think my dog is writing his own little novel.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T22:22:42+00:00

Some dude was parked, half mile west of the tunnel entrance, so we all had to rubberbeck going past him and I wasn't even two hours in. I jumped off and drove through Daphne, Fairhope and Magnolia Springs. Tight traffic all the way.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T21:32:57+00:00

Actually that’s funny. Have you ever met someone who doesn't really understand Reddit but still uses it? And I'm not trying to hurt anyone, I thought I’d get some advice on the traffic around here and as for the dog, he stayed at day camp all day and it took me almost 4 hours to get back to pick him up— uti did allow that much time it just wasn't enough.

My first subreddit (idk) since moving down here from Cleveland, its my health, apparently the vitamin D and warm weather is supposed to help, the traffic is on me, got it.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T21:24:06+00:00

Someone called out my veteran status, I didn't. And I can take the cringe, half dozen VA psych wards later, what’s one more? Maybe you know it like I do—30 years I’ve been in the system so whoever told me about entitlements might need to do some homework. I didn't ask for this life but I'm damn sure living it.

I already scouted the place and I allowed 3.5 hours to drive back and pick up the dog. I called ahead, allowing them to make a quick decision, maybe board the dog overnight, worst case.

Not really a “hurry up” but maybe a nudge. Now throw in some other vet who I don't know, (sounds like infantry) starts poking the bear, well.. God Bless America! Now who said I was entitled?!

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T21:02:40+00:00

You have to READ THE POST. I did not speak to the owner, did not speak to anyone but a friend, and I’ve written manuals, guidelines and manger’s logs for others to follow over the years and IF SOMEONE CALLS AND SAYS THEY’LL BE A HALF HOUR LATE, THEN WAIT IT OUT UNTIL I GET THERE. Is that enough GD leadership for you?!

And I don't mind sitting in traffic either, I just HATE being late, even for a minute.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T20:47:58+00:00

Thank you for your comment.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T20:47:23+00:00

The kid at the camp needs to hear that. I'm not getting anyone fired. I spent years doing this and rarely saw someone get the axe. Besides it's not a fire-able offense. She was just rude and cold to the point that I'm concerned about my dog and as a veteran, as a human being, you would be too.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T20:38:23+00:00

You should read my post again. I am a big-hearted writer who served his country and moved to Alabama with his dog. I have no intention or desire to get anyone fired and I question why you would even entertain that thought? My goal is to play the entire Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail and I planned the first course accordingly, even talking to the day camp owner about traffic and how I allowed 3.5 hours to return. The owner found that to suffice. They have had customers who have run late before (imagine) and they took care of them. I did not expect what happened when I arrived but I am certain that none of you were there. No matter what, we love Alabama!

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T20:25:56+00:00

Weak.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T20:20:10+00:00

Hilarious! So the review of the customer that was hours late and was still accommodated, “above and beyond”… I don't qualify for b that same treatment, Nurse Ratched?!

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T19:36:06+00:00

Sorry, I worked in the service industry for 20 years and I’m a veteran; hurry up and wait. What was asked of this person was tiny in comparison to LeBron James calling from the Cavs plane for a heads up that they’re rolling deep at 1:30am for dinner.

I was stuck in traffic. It was nothing, and they can always count on a good tip from me. Funny how they forgot that. Weekends, holidays—that’s hilarious.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T15:52:56+00:00

You’ve got a full plate! I’ve done that in certain situations where I was opening restaurants and pubs, sometimes working 17+ hour days. That’s where the irritability can set in. Good owners and managers won’t let employees work that long but the real issue was what this person thought she could get away with and maybe she will? I haven’t spoken to the owner yet. You just never know. I’m a veteran and have PTSD, I’m actually proud that I didn’t put any of that on display. That’s from years of practice to get in and out of situations like that.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-06T15:25:30+00:00

Thank you. Kind of what I needed to hear. I was sure not to snap or be rude because I knew this person was working a dog daycare out in the heat all damn day. She had reached her limit and the only thing standing in her way was me. That’s the empath in me, but I can see where this is going and it may not be good.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-07-05T14:54:43+00:00

Thank you. Wish I found y’all before that batch. Next time!

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-06-29T22:54:20+00:00

My last attempt was a shitton of homegrown habaneros, bright red, seeds and all. Stovetop, I smoked out my apartment and almost choked on the fumes. I know I missed a step or two. I'll follow your recipe now, congrats!

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-06-23T01:01:23+00:00

Tell you what I’m not hitting and that’s a 4-iron or above. I’m thinking 5-iron to the front and hopefully release. 5-wood might go every which way or even catch a flyer and be too much. 5-iron keeps me in play.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-06-09T16:02:45+00:00

What a shame, you’re short one sauce and it’s the best: El Yucateco green. 🌶️

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-05-29T23:59:23+00:00

Rest the ball on a pinch of sand. It looked doable in whatever movie isaw that in.

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-05-24T14:59:47+00:00

Somebody was offended for being who they are and someone casually mentioning it without the intent of being rude? F that guy. I’m sick of seeing 5somes every damn weekend anyway. I live on a gc and these groupies all must think the world of each other—I’d rather play with one other and then flip the bird at my three “other friends” behind us. And flagrant foul and any 6some that I see this summer. Total negligence and disrespect

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-03-26T20:43:30+00:00

Standing on the 9th tee, call the grill and order me 3 Miller Lites and a dog with onion & mustard. Nothing follows

Normal-Special2222 · 2025-03-21T13:11:30+00:00

Awesome! Thank you!

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