When Bad Parking Meets Petty Revenge: The Delightful Art of the Parking Lot Note
Let’s face it: nothing ignites the flames of pettiness quite like a parking lot full of entitled drivers. We’ve all been there—circling for a spot, only to find two precious spaces devoured by one Buick, selfishly stretched out like it owns the asphalt. But what happens when petty meets entitled? Enter Reddit user u/summerdayzz29, who decided that, this time, the parking bandit would get a taste of creative, non-destructive revenge.
Grab your popcorn (and maybe a stack of snarky business cards), because this is a story of sweet comeuppance—served just as cold as the signature dessert the OP never got to enjoy in peace.
The Parking Predicament: When Two Spots Become One
It was a surprisingly busy Monday night. Our hero, craving some upscale takeout and a restaurant-famous dessert, rolled into a packed parking lot. Hope glimmered as two open spaces appeared—until, alas, one Buick had managed to sprawl itself smack in the middle, hogging both. “Some jackass in a Buick parked in the middle,” as u/summerdayzz29 so elegantly put it.
This is the moment that unites all drivers: the universal frustration of the line-straddling parker. And if you’re thinking, “Maybe the Buick was forced into that position,” you’re not alone. As u/CoderJoe1 confessed, sometimes you just inherit a mess: “After a long lunch, my car was the only one left in a row of mis-parked cars. SMH.” But let’s be real—most of the time, it’s just classic parking entitlement.
Petty Plans and the Power of the Paper Note
Did our protagonist key the Buick or let the air out of its tires? Nope. This revenge was going to be sweet, subtle, and oh-so-satisfying. After securing a less-than-ideal spot, OP popped into the restaurant, asked for a piece of paper, and explained the plan to the staff. The woman at the counter laughed and wished them luck—a sure sign that staff everywhere silently cheer on parking lot vigilantes.
With pen in hand, u/summerdayzz29 crafted the perfect note:
“I see you can’t park.
I hope this helps!
[phone number]
It’s a driving school =)”
No threats, no vandalism—just a brief moment of panic for the Buick bandit. Would they think it was a ticket? A tow warning? The suspense was the true punishment. As OP said, “I hope he thinks of it and is filled with rage every time he goes to park like an asshole.”
The Internet’s Petty Parking Arsenal
Here’s where the Reddit community truly shines. If you think one snarky note is the pinnacle of petty, buckle up—there’s a whole world of creative car-park comeuppance out there.
- u/G1-D3-0N shared the classic, “I’m sorry I hit your car” note, which leaves the recipient obsessively checking for fictitious dents. As u/TeachBS added, why not specify, “You probably should have left me a can opener to get my car out after you parked” for that extra zing?
- A personal favorite comes from u/HoraceorDoris: slipping a children’s coloring page under the wiper with the caption, “This should help you practice staying inside the lines!” Bonus points if it’s a turtle, as multiple commenters suggested—because, as u/Goeoe put it, “Many 5-year olds have trouble staying between the lines.”
- For the truly prepared, u/Harry_Smutter keeps cards ready that list reasons for bad parking, complete with a spot for custom comments. And if you want to go pro, Etsy is apparently a goldmine for “You park like an asshole” stickers and cards, as several commenters gleefully noted.
- For those who crave a little shock value, u/jenmrsx reminisced about notes that read, “I hope you don’t fuck like you park. You’ll never get it in the hole. But it’s probably too small to matter anyway.” Sometimes, pettiness is best served with a side of sass.
Of course, there are always voices urging restraint. Some, like u/Marine__0311, doubt whether notes make any difference: “If it was an entitled jackass, they'll ignore the note.” But let’s be honest—these little acts of mischief aren’t about reforming bad parkers. They’re about the sweet, fleeting joy of standing up for parking lot justice.
The Art of Petty Justice: Why We Love These Stories
There’s a reason these tales of parking lot pettiness resonate so deeply. They’re harmless, clever, and cathartic. No one gets hurt, no property is damaged, and sometimes, just sometimes, the entitled driver might think twice before straddling the line again.
Even OP prefers a personal touch, saying, “I like handwriting it. It feels more personal :)” And honestly, isn’t that what petty revenge is all about? Not changing the world—just making it a little more satisfying, one snide note at a time.
So next time you spot a car taking up two spots, remember: you’re not alone. There’s an army of note-writers, card-carriers, and coloring-page crusaders out there, fighting the good fight—one windshield wiper at a time.
Conclusion: Join the Petty Parking Posse!
What’s your go-to move when you encounter a parking lot offender? Are you a stealthy note-leaver, a card carrier, or do you just vent to your group chat? Share your favorite petty parking stories, or the best notes you’ve seen, in the comments below. And remember: in the parking wars, a little creativity goes a long way.
Who knows—maybe your story will be the next one to inspire a legion of avenging parkers. Happy parking, and may your spots always be centered!
Original Reddit Post: Entitled, meet petty