Take the comments for what they express. They are wishing you well. Very few are going to help you cut the grass. Accept what you get.
Exactly. I hear this frequently when I'm in uniform. I smile and replay, "Thank you for your support."
Take the comments for what they express. They are wishing you well. Very few are going to help you cut the grass. Accept what you get.
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Although some of the time the ‘thank you’ is said in a perfunctory manner, its still nice to hear it. Especially when said in connection with a veteran’s store discount. :)
Indeed. I treat it as an empty "Have a nice day." and just move on. To me, I was just "payin' my dues." and expect nothing.