Hey everyone!

I had an interesting experience at a breakfast café this morning that made me think about Larry David and his antics on ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’. Picture this: I’m patiently waiting for a table inside the café, which is quite crowded. There’s also outdoor seating, but it’s humid, and everyone prefers to sit inside.

As I stood ready to claim the next available indoor table, an elderly man with his young grandchild swooped in front of me and took the seat. My mind immediately jumped to what Larry David would do in this situation. For those familiar with the show, you know Larry wouldn’t let this slide. He would confront the elderly man and admonish him for his inconsiderate act, making for a classic ‘Curb’ moment.

But let’s be real: witnessing Larry berate an elderly man holding his grandchild would be quite disturbing. Larry would argue that the man knew exactly what he was doing and that it’s unfair. He might even invoke a made-up rule – let’s call it the “rule of two in need” – suggesting that elderly people and children should always get priority seating. Larry would point out, however, that this man seemed healthy enough to carry a toddler and thus didn’t qualify for the “needy” category.

So, what did I do? I waited patiently for the next available table inside. Soon enough, my family and I were seated and enjoying our meal. While savoring my delicious egg frittata, I watched the elderly man and his family having a great time. It struck me that sometimes, it’s better to let go of minor grievances and see the bigger picture.

In the end, everyone was happy, and I was grateful for choosing patience and understanding over confrontation. Sometimes, it’s more important to enjoy the moment and let others do the same.

What would you have done in this situation? Share your thoughts in the comments!