Introduction

Parking inconveniences can be both frustrating and creatively addressed. This article explores a few informal methods that people use to deal with such situations, predominantly focusing on the use of sportsmanship and humorous tactics rather than illegal or unethical actions. We will discuss the stories and safety considerations of these spontaneous responses.

Handicapped Parking Tactics: A Family's Act of Justice

While we often think of modern life as requiring technological mediation, some individuals still rely on traditional methods to handle parking inconveniences. The following story illustrates how a family member ingeniously used simple tools and clever tactics to address an illegal parking situation involving a handicapped spot.

Our narrator describes a scenario where their father, a handicapped man, was struggling to find a parking spot while dining out with family. The available handicapped parking spaces were all occupied, leading to a deliberate act by the narrator's aunt. She used a dark lipstick to draw a prominent handicapped symbol on the rear windshield of a car parked illegally. This act emphasized the importance of adhering to handicapped parking rules and deterred the perpetrator from using the space again. Such creative and impactful solutions often go beyond legal boundaries but can sometimes have a significant deterrent effect.

Street Justice at the Airport

Sometimes, parking inconveniences manifest at unexpected places, such as airport garages. A more prankster-like approach was taken by a narrator when, in a pinch, the remaining parking spot was cramped due to improper parking by adjacent vehicles. The incident involved a Jeep with a soft top allowing the narrator to perform a small form of street justice. After addressing the situation by using the car's soft top as a makeshift obstacle, the narrator returned to find two angry individuals who had parked improperly and were causing trouble. The narrator cleverly returned to their car, climbed back in, and drove off while the angry individuals were still dealing with their frustration, thus avoiding a confrontation.

Humorous Solutions: Bumper Stickers for Misplaced Anger

For those who prefer to make their point with a humorous and slightly subversive gesture, bumper stickers can serve as an effective solution. The following method, if applied with discretion, can add a touch of humor to a parking dispute. One common tact involves preparing a bumper sticker that says, "I AM AN ASSHOLE." While this sticker may be invisible to the eye until the perpetrator arrives home, it can serve as a humorous reminder of the prank and prevent any physical confrontation. The safety and legal implications of applying such a sticker should always be considered.

How to Safely Remove Bumper Stickers from Your Car

If a bumper sticker or any similar mark is applied to your vehicle, it can be quite challenging to remove. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to safely and effectively remove it without damaging your paint or the sticker itself:

Use a hair dryer:

Set the hair dryer to the highest heat setting and hold it approximately six inches away from the sticker. Maintain a steady temperature to soften the adhesive.

Peel the sticker:

Using a credit card or your fingernail, gently lift the edge of the sticker from the surface. Pull the sticker straight up and remove it in one piece.

While these methods offer a humorous and practical way to handle parking inconveniences, it is always important to remember to act in a legal and ethical manner. Legal solutions, such as contacting the police or other authorities, should be considered in situations that escalate or involve harassment.

By understanding and considering these creative solutions, individuals can better navigate parking dilemmas with both humor and caution.