Etiquette

Some of the comments about one of my other posts reminded me of a huge problem I have with people.

When someone is new to a situation, whether it be a house, bar, game, etc. and they're there because of someone else (friend, significant other, etc.) I am amazed how much of an asshole some people can be. Just flabbergasted. They're in someone elses place and they are acting like shitheels. Show a little respect.

Cases in point. The first time I went to my current regular poker game I of course was incredibly polite and thoughtful in my comments. There was this douchebag who was there for the first time also and he was a HUGE ass. Talking shit, acting like he owned the place, kept acting like he was a poker god, etc. I was amazed.
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hen, this past weekend, there was this ballbag at Don's party. See recap for his story.

And I'm reminded of all those guys who were rude to the bartenders at the bar I worked, to my neighbors at my apartment, to the waitstaff at restaurants I frequented, etc. Tone down the machismo, fuckstick.

C'mon people, I implore you, if you're such an asshole that you can't be civil and respectful for your own sake at least consider that you're there under the aegis of your friend.

Other stories welcome.