Wow..some adults never cease to amaze me

[lucas]

And, what about the guy standing in front of me? He never turns around and lets me know he will be putting a kid on his shoulders when the show starts.

 

[Disneylover99]

And, what about the guy standing in front of me? He never turns around and lets me know he will be putting a kid on his shoulders when the show starts.

If it happened to you once, don't let it happen to you again. Ask next time if there are smaller children in front of you, and you think this might be a possibility. Maybe it will remind the people in the front row to show some consideration for the people behind them.

 

[keishashadow]

Many of us Disney vets now have knees & hips that wouldn't cooperate getting back up from sitting on the curb after a day tromping around the park. Thusly, we tend to stake out a less popular piece of turf that doesn't require such a long time to hold down.

I dread the pushy parents who ask if their kids can stand in front of us, then after a few minutes try to squeeze themselves in too...often with a "X is getting anxious...needs me nearby" . I'm vertically challenged and don't feel I should have to try to peer over anybody's shoulders as a result of what I feel is a shady attempt at an end-run around the first-come, first-served policy of parade viewing.

yes, Disney is for kids, but their parental units need to realize there are tons of big kids there too and make the effort to plan their day accordingly if front row parade viewing is on the to-do list.

 

[keishashadow]

I just knew someone would make it about biker types. Well, they were dressed in black leather, chains, Harley jackets, headgear so was just describing their outfits. They could have been dressed like aliens and I would have described them that way. I can't believe how quick people on this site are to jump on someone! And their (whatever they were) behavior was rude and entitled. He wasn't the only one to get on TSM and have it stop and have to leave. Yes, that happened to us and we did not feel entitled to line jump and comment and glare at us when I mentioned they would have been in line just one spot behind us if they hadn't jumped! Who knows? They were probably dentists in disguise. Oh No, don't all the dentists chime in. Chill

LOL you may not be too off the mark. The majority of Harley owners I know are older professionals, DH included hogs aren't cheap.

Bikers who live the alternative lifestyle typically wear patches & colors. Neither are permissible at WDW or DL. There is a phrase: "bikers without bikes", i.e., people who don't own a Harley but wear the gear as fashion. That said unless it was really cold that day, can't imagine anybody in their right mind wearing full road gear in an amusement park.

curious, did u report the line jumpers? Not unusual to see kids doing the jump at Splash Mt. somebody usually pipes up, kids get chastised & sent to the end of the line by a CM but it is my understanding that Disney reserves the right to eject line jumpers.

 

[smidgy]

Okay, Smidgy, I agree I apologize to all bikers, hells angels, ballerinas, etc etc. It just made them look bad IMO. They weren't the only "entitled" people we saw at WDW that week- have a great day

well, thanks. but no need to apologize to me. I wasn't offended. I am not a biker, nor do I dress like one. (although I did just find a leather jacket at the local Good will... a MICKEY leather, with gold sleeves!!! score! yes, I'm a dork lol)

but if I'm tending bar or waiting tables and bikers come in I think "cool,, good tip!"

 

[lucas]

If it happened to you once, don't let it happen to you again. Ask next time if there are smaller children in front of you, and you think this might be a possibility. Maybe it will remind the people in the front row to show some consideration for the people behind them.

I don't see the connection between the two.

 

[Disneylover99]

I don't see the connection between the two.

If you strike up a conversation with the people in front of you and say, "Hey, this seems like a great spot to watch the parade. I actually have a half decent view right now. But, I'm wondering....... are you planning on lifting your child up on your shoulders when the parade starts? Because if you are, I should probably find a different spot to stand."

I'm thinking this might make the people in the front row more aware of the people behind them. And it might be something that they remember at future parades.

When you are in the second or third row in a parade, you're constantly aware of the people in front of you. The people in front are not necessarily aware of the people behind them because they are focused on the parade.

 

[Laura66]

And, what about the guy standing in front of me? He never turns around and lets me know he will be putting a kid on his shoulders when the show starts.

He doesn't need to. He got there early and he can view the parade however he chooses.

Again - when my children were very young we didn't view the parades often because they couldn't handle behaving long enough to get a spot early. Never, ever did I think anyone who did steak out a spot owe it to us to sit or let my children in front to get a good view.

 

[pampam]

I gotta say, the tone of this thread is really disapointing me. Whatever happened to caring about others. While it is true, if you are in front, you got there earlier, and you can view the parade however you choose. But I still can't see why one cannot be considerate of others. Does it really hurt to say to those behind, that you will be standing once the parade arrives? Afterall, forewarned is forearmed. It gives those behind the choice to stay or try to find a better spot. The entitlement some are showing, by not caring about the next guy is so disheartening.

I'm not saying how everyone should live. However, I was raised to let people around me know what my intentions were if it will affect them. It makes for better relationships whether discussing a fence with a neighbor or even just enjoying a parade together.

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

We had a fabulous trip last month, but we did encounter one rude unmagical person!!

We were at the bus stop 2 at Casitas CSR and it was early and several people standing around waiting for buses...So we see the Epcot bus coming so we step up closer and this women says so rude to my Cousin "Hey LADY!!! You need to step back!! We have been waiting".........

I looked at her and said nicely... " We did not know what park you were heading too" I mean seriously there are 4 parks and she was not holding a sign that said Epcot.

So my Cousin put her hand out like go right ahead. OMG!

Then literly only like 10 people got on this empty bus...Her poor husband just stood there and rolled his eyes..I am sure he has to put up with this all the time.

I just don't understand people acting so rude on vacation!

I have had several times people come up while we are waiting for buses and at then get on before us. I don't really care as long as I can get on the bus.

Other than that we only had great experiences this last trip.

 

[aribelle]

I gotta say, the tone of this thread is really disapointing me. Whatever happened to caring about others. While it is true, if you are in front, you got there earlier, and you can view the parade however you choose. But I still can't see why one cannot be considerate of others. Does it really hurt to say to those behind, that you will be standing once the parade arrives? Afterall, forewarned is forearmed. It gives those behind the choice to stay or try to find a better spot. The entitlement some are showing, by not caring about the next guy is so disheartening.

I'm not saying how everyone should live. However, I was raised to let people around me know what my intentions were if it will affect them. It makes for better relationships whether discussing a fence with a neighbor or even just enjoying a parade together.

 

[aribelle]

I just don't understand people acting so rude on vacation!

Because this is probably how they act every day, vacation or not.

 

[briandunne]

This is the best reply ever!

 

[lucas]

He doesn't need to. He got there early and he can view the parade however he chooses.

Again - when my children were very young we didn't view the parades often because they couldn't handle behaving long enough to get a spot early. Never, ever did I think anyone who did steak out a spot owe it to us to sit or let my children in front to get a good view.

Agree.

In regards to turning around and telling someone behind you that you will be standing. Sounds simple. But, I really don't want to get into a discussion with someone behind me when they probably won't be happy about it. Sure, you are letting them know to find a better spot. But, I really don't think the conversation will be a good one.

Dh and I stood after sitting on the ground, and one guy behind us - with kids - was screaming that he was going to spit on us.

 

[pampam]

My point exactly. He was upset because he did not know you were going to stand up for the parade. He only threatened to spit on you once he found out how disappointed he would be not to see the parade the way he expected.

 

[Disneylover99]

Agree.

In regards to turning around and telling someone behind you that you will be standing. Sounds simple. But, I really don't want to get into a discussion with someone behind me when they probably won't be happy about it. Sure, you are letting them know to find a better spot. But, I really don't think the conversation will be a good one.

I do agree with this. Some people might appreciate the heads up, but some people might take it the wrong way. It could come across as a bit snotty to turn around and say, "I just want to let you know, I will be standing."

 

[lucas]

My point exactly. He was upset because he did not know you were going to stand up for the parade. He only threatened to spit on you once he found out how disappointed he would be not to see the parade the way he expected.

I don't think it was right of him to "threaten" me in any way.

 

[jahber]

My point exactly. He was upset because he did not know you were going to stand up for the parade. He only threatened to spit on you once he found out how disappointed he would be not to see the parade the way he expected.

Ok. But a guy who threatens to spit on you probably isn't the kind of guy who will politely thank you for informing him that you will be standing soon. He's more likely to be the kind of guy who tries to argue with you and tell you not to stand. And then you have to stand there for 45 minutes wondering if he's going to assault you.

If we are talking about being polite and thinking of other people, how about you make it your responsibility to ask the people who got there before you if they plan on standing--if you're know you are going to be bothered by it?

 

[keishashadow]

My point exactly. He was upset because he did not know you were going to stand up for the parade. He only threatened to spit on you once he found out how disappointed he would be not to see the parade the way he expected.

this can never be justified

the onus is on those who arrive after the front-row spots are taken to inquire whether the early-birds will be sitting or standing. Even then, no guarantees, what if they need to stretch or get a leg cramp?

the person in question should be upset at himself for not taking measures to secure a prime parade viewing spot that is apparently oh-so-important to him that he would threaten to commit a crime, i.e. assault somebody.

 

[jahber]

I don't think it was right of him to "threaten" me in any way.

Indeed. Now they are blaming the victim. He "only" threatened to assault you because you were polite and chose to stand when it was entirely within your rights. Amazing.