I attended an event at the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium recently, and anticipating heavy crowds, I arrived early to secure a parking spot. Though I managed to find a space, it was quite a distance from the venue.
Towards the end of the event, to avoid the inevitable post-event congestion, I decided to leave slightly early.
However, upon reaching my car, I was met with an unpleasant surprise: my car was completely blocked, with no space for me to exit.
I looked around, hoping the driver had left a contact number on their dashboard, but there was nothing. Frustrated, I got into my car and waited, unsure of when they might return.
After 30 to 45 minutes of sitting idly in my car, the driver finally arrived with a group of friends.
What shocked me even more was their complete lack of remorse.
Despite seeing me sitting in the car, waiting for them to move, they neither acknowledged the inconvenience they caused nor offered an apology. Instead, they simply drove off, laughing and chatting among themselves, as if nothing had happened.
This experience left me deeply disappointed. Blocking someone’s vehicle is already inconsiderate but failing to apologise or even recognise the disruption caused takes it to another level.
What if there had been an emergency? Searching for the driver among the thousands of event attendees would have been a daunting task.
I urge everyone to exercise basic courtesy and consideration, especially in crowded settings like public events.
If you find yourself in a situation where you must block someone’s car, the least you can do is leave a contact number or be vigilant about returning promptly.
Small acts of thoughtfulness can make a big difference in avoiding unnecessary stress and inconvenience for others.
Annoyed
