Just the other day, I took the boys out. I really needed to go to the commissary (aka, grocery store, for you non-military people), but most importantly, I really wanted to pick up some beer. It's been a long time since I could indulge in a drink or two, and I refused to let two kids and a major surgery stop me.
Before getting the groceries, I went to the package store (aka, beer and liquor store, for you non-military people... again). I strolled around looking for a new and interesting beer to try, then settled on a six pack and went to cash out. You know what happened??
I got carded!
For real! C'mon people, I know I don't look 21 any more. Not even close! In fact, I turned 21 nearly *ahem* a decade ago, plus I had two children with me. Not too many 21 year olds have two children already.
Anyway, I felt really annoyed. I mean, I know you're supposed to get carded under 30or something like that, but it's pretty obvious that I'm old enough to buy beer. I don't think I look bad or ancient or anything, but let's get real, I'm no spring chicken.
I'm sure I'll look back on this when I stop getting carded and wish I have, and think to myself, "Wow, you're stupid for getting angry with people who think you're young!" It's just that I haven't not been carded. Ever. I was even carded while at the liquor store with my mom, LB, and pregnant with JC. Helloooo, being pregnant means not partaking in the alcohol!
So call me crazy, but it just frustrated me to have to dig out my ID just to prove that I'm not young and I am in fact more than old enough to buy beer. Shouldn't visual proof of wrinkles, a fat ass, and dark circles under my eyes be enough?
1 comment:
HEY! You should be flattered. It's THAT TIME that you need to be thankful you're being carded. AND you're actually a very lovely YOUNG Mom despite how you THINK you look and OTHER people's rude and compassion-less opinions. I would card you and I hope you would return the favor. :o)
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