detlef Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 (edited) So, today in the restaurant I was reminded of a funny dance that people do when the check is presented. In fact, I meant to post this story before. The other day, my wife and I went out to eat with a friend. For various reasons that I wont bother going into, they sort of "owed us one". Because they're a stand up type, they knew this as well and quickly reached for the check when it came. Then comes the act from my wife. "Oh really, you shouldn't. At least let us get the tip. Are you sure?" blah, blah, blah. Why do people do this? Everyone at the table knew the score. It was "their turn" and they knew it. Hell, my wife certainly knew it. Why pretend otherwise? I've got some friends that I go out with from time to time. When the check is big, we all kick in. When it's two of us grabbing a drink or two and it's $20, one of us grabs it. The typical response is, "Thanks, I'll get it next time." End of story. Then, the next time, you grab it. Sometimes the "next time" is 30 minutes later down the block. Sometime the "next time" is a few weeks later. It really doesn't matter. Why do people pretend it is otherwise? Is it rude to not pretend to fight it when somebodies going to buy your drink or plate of eggs? Is anyone truly offended when somebody just lets it happen? Edited April 24, 2008 by detlef Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramhock Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Me & my fellow co-worker try to get OTL once/wk, neither of us know or care what the score is. Next time your out with that couple you should mention this to them, you should all get a chuckle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cre8tiff Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 So, today in the restaurant I was reminded of a funny dance that people do when the check is presented. In fact, I meant to post this story before. The other day, my wife and I went out to eat with a friend. For various reasons that I wont bother going into, they sort of "owed us one". Because they're a stand up type, they knew this as well and quickly reached for the check when it came. Then comes the act from my wife. "Oh really, you shouldn't. At least let us get the tip. Are you sure?" blah, blah, blah. Why do people do this? Everyone at the table knew the score. It was "their turn" and they knew it. Hell, my wife certainly knew it. Why pretend otherwise? I've got some friends that I go out with from time to time. When the check is big, we all kick in. When it's two of us grabbing a drink or two and it's $20, one of us grabs it. The typical response is, "Thanks, I'll get it next time." End of story. Then, the next time, you grab it. Sometimes the "next time" is 30 minutes later down the block. Sometime the "next time" is a few weeks later. It really doesn't matter. Why do people pretend it is otherwise? Is it rude to not pretend to fight it when somebodies going to buy your drink or plate of eggs? Is anyone truly offended when somebody just lets it happen? THere's your answer right there. It is obviously caused by the presence of a vagina. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 My theory is that it all evens out in the end. When me and my friends go out, we either all just throw some money on the table, or one of us will pick up the check, and like you said someone else will get it the next time. Unfortunately none of us can get our wifes to figure out this philosophy. When the check comes they will start pulling calculators out of their purses. It drives me and my friends crazy when they do this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twiley Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 I usually just say "It's about friggen time you cheap ass." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 (edited) I usually just say "It's about friggen time you cheap ass." You know you have that one friend who never pays. We all do. He's usually the token liberal. Edited April 24, 2008 by Perchoutofwater Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cre8tiff Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 You know you have that one friend who never pays. We all do. He's usually the token liberal. I beg to differ, the only cheapskates I know are all conservatives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 I beg to differ, the only cheapskates I know are all conservatives. I've always found conservatives to be generous with their own money, where as I've found liberals to be generous with other peoples money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H8tank Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 I beg to differ, the only cheapskates I know are all conservatives. Like we're gonna believe anyone would actually want to hang out with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detlef Posted April 24, 2008 Author Share Posted April 24, 2008 I've always found conservatives to be generous with their own money, where as I've found liberals to be generous with other peoples money. touche Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 People always want to buy me meals and nice things. It can be embarassing sometimes. Even when I don't want to be, I'm charming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twiley Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 People always want to buy me meals and nice things. It can be embarassing sometimes. Even when I don't want to be, I'm charming. Duh, there's a reason for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Scorp Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Duh, there's a reason for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Cid Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 You kinda have to or you appear rude and/or cheap. My grandfather-in-law always buys when it's the five of us, but if I don’t reach for my wallet, he’ll say something in a “joking” kind of way. For some people, ya need to dance. For some people, you need to tell them where to get off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Duh, there's a reason for that. I am left without a snappy rejoinder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westvirginia Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 I am left without a snappy rejoinder. Maybe you'd be better off making toast for detlef... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yo mama Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 You know you have that one friend who never pays. We all do. He's usually the token liberal. Hey, if you're buying... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Beatings Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 What I hate is when you make the token gesture, and then they take you up on it. Awkward. Oh, so you really DO want me to leave the tip then? Ooooo Kaaaaay... here I go... I'm gonna do it... opening my wallet... last chance to stop me... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SheikYerbuti Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 For the most part, I find people who make generalized statments to be morans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtomicCEO Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 After golf last Sunday, I grabbed the check for the beers. My friend says "Oh, I'll get that." Nah. It's just a few beers. So I say, "Remember that time, junior year of college (1995), when we went to Nightcaps after the TKE party, and I didn't have any cash? You bought me a beer." "Really?" "Maybe." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montster Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 You know you have that one friend who never pays. We all do. He's usually the token liberal. Token Liberal (rubbing hands while muttering under breath): "And yet they keep inviting me. Heh heh heh, suckers." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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