When I saw the cruel message scrawled on my recovering grandpa’s dusty car, I was livid. But uncovering the culprit’s identity was just the beginning. What I did next would teach this entitled neighbor a lesson she’d never forget.
Two months ago, I was at work when my phone rang. It was Mom.
“Meg, it’s Grandpa,” she barely managed to speak. “He’s in the hospital. He—”
“What? Hospital?” I cut her off, totally blindsided. “What happened?”
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“He had a heart attack,” Mom continued in her shaky voice. “We gotta go see him.”
“Oh my God, Mom, is he okay?”
“I don’t know, Meg…”
“I’ll be there as fast as I can, Mom,” I replied as I quickly logged out of my work email.
The thing is, Grandpa Alvin is my rock, my confidant, and my favorite person in the world. It won’t be wrong to say that I love him more than Mom. Shh! It’s a secret!
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And that phone call from Mom had turned my world upside down. I could literally feel a knot in my stomach as I rushed out of my office after informing my boss about Grandpa’s condition.
The drive home from my workplace is a blur. I don’t remember how I got there, but I quickly picked Mom up before we rushed to the hospital.
The drive from our house to the hospital was about 45 minutes long. And let me tell you, those were the longest, most painful 45 minutes of my life. Mom kept crying the entire time, while I could feel my heart pounding inside my chest.
Once we reached there, a nurse told us that Grandpa was in the operating room. After what felt like an eternity, the doctor came out.
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“The surgery was successful, but he needs rest and care,” he told us. “He needs to eat a heart-healthy diet, low in salt and saturated fats. Regular, gentle exercise is crucial. And absolutely no stress.”
“Alright, doc,” I nodded. “But when can we see him?”
“Is he really okay?” Mom asked impatiently.
“Don’t worry,” the doctor reassured her. “He’s resting comfortably now. The nurses will let you know when it’s a good time to visit.”
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Grandpa was allowed to go home a few days later, but there was a problem. He lives in another town, and we couldn’t visit him every day to look after him.
As a result, we hired a full-time nurse.
She was a godsend, agreeing to cook for him too. For two months, Grandpa didn’t leave his apartment and focused solely on his recovery.
Last week, I realized it had been too long since I’d seen him.
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“Mom,” I said over breakfast, “I’m going to visit Grandpa this weekend. Wanna come?”
Her eyes lit up.
“That’s a wonderful idea, honey,” she smiled. “I’ll come with you. He’ll be so happy to see us!”
“Perfect!” I said before I took a bite of my scrambled eggs.
On Saturday, I woke up early, bought a bouquet of Grandpa’s favorite bright yellow sunflowers, and drove all the way to his place with Mom.
I couldn’t wait to meet him and see his face light up. I was expecting a day full of Grandpa’s stories, unaware of what was waiting for us there.
As we pulled into the parking lot of his apartment complex, I spotted his old, beat-up car. It was covered with a thick layer of dust, clearly proving he hadn’t driven it since getting sick.
But as we got closer, something made my blood boil.
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Someone had left a message on the rear windscreen. It seemed like they had written it using their finger. It looked fresh.
The message read, “YOU ARE A DIRTY PIG! CLEAN UP YOUR CAR OR GET OUT OF THE COMMUNITY. SHAME! SHAME! SHAME!”
I was absolutely furious. How could someone be so cruel to an old man who’s been too sick to even get out of bed, let alone clean his car?
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“Oh my God,” Mom gasped. “Who would do such a thing?”
I clenched my fists. I could feel my cheeks burn with rage.
“Some entitled jerk with nothing better to do than harass a sick old man, that’s who.”
Then, I felt Mom’s soft hand on my arm.
“Honey, calm down,” she said. “Let’s not upset your grandfather.”
I took a deep breath, trying to compose myself.
“You’re right. Let’s go see him.”
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We quickly headed up to Grandpa’s apartment. I rang the bell, waiting for him to open the door.
“My girls!” he smiled from ear to ear. “What a wonderful surprise!”
“Grandpa!” I hugged him tight. “You look so good! So handsome!”
“Well, of course I do!” he chuckled. “When have I ever not looked handsome? Even in my hospital gown, I was turning heads left and right!”
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As we headed inside, I couldn’t stop thinking of the cruel message on his car. I couldn’t erase that image from my mind.
“Megan? Are you listening, sweetheart?” Grandpa’s voice snapped me back to reality.
“Sorry, Grandpa. I was just… thinking. How are you feeling?”
We chatted for a while, but my mind kept drifting to that message. I needed to do something about it.
“Hey, I need to take care of something real quick,” I said, standing up. “Mom, can you stay with Grandpa? I’ll be back in a few minutes.”
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“Sure, honey,” Mom said.
In no time, I headed down to the security office near the entrance, where I met a bored-looking guy sitting behind the desk.
“Excuse me,” I said. “I need to see the security camera footage from the parking lot.”
He raised an eyebrow as he straightened his back.
“Sorry, ma’am. We can’t just show that to anyone who asks.”
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I leaned in, lowering my voice.
“Look, my grandfather lives here. He’s been very ill, and someone vandalized his car with a horrible message. I need to know who did it.”
The guard hesitated, then nodded.
“Alright, just this once.”
We reviewed the footage from the last few days when I suddenly saw an older, snooty-looking woman, heading towards Grandpa’s car. She took her sweet time to write that awful message on his car.
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“Who is this?” I asked the guard.
“That’s Briana from 4C,” he said. “Always causing trouble.”
I thanked him and turned to leave, but he stopped me.
“Wait, there’s something else. I overheard some of the neighbors talking in the lobby last week. Apparently, this Briana woman has been giving your grandfather a hard time for months now.”
“What do you mean?” I asked.
He scratched his chin thoughtfully.
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“Well, they were saying she’s been complaining about every little thing. Like, she’d make a fuss if his newspaper was left out too long, or if his welcome mat wasn’t perfectly straight. One of the ladies even mentioned that Briana tried to get your grandpa fined for having a potted plant that was ‘an unapproved color’ or something ridiculous like that.”
“Are you serious? Why hasn’t anyone done anything about this?”
“Most folks just try to avoid her, I guess,” he shrugged.
“Your grandpa’s too nice to make a big deal out of it. But between you and me, I think everyone’s getting pretty fed up with her attitude.”
Yeah, my grandpa’s nice, but I’m not, I thought to myself before marching straight to Briana’s apartment.
The door opened soon after I knocked on it.
“Can I help you?” she asked.
“I’m Alvin’s granddaughter,” I said, struggling to keep my voice steady. “I saw what you wrote on his car. You have no right to humiliate him like that!”
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“I don’t care,” she shrugged. “If he can’t keep up with community standards, maybe he shouldn’t be living here.”
And with that, she slammed the door in my face.
I was livid. It was clear that talking to her wasn’t going to get anywhere, so I decided to handle it my own way. I came up with a plan to teach her a lesson. All I needed was a roll of duct tape and a paper with evidence.
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The next day, I took a screenshot of the security camera footage, ensuring Briana’s face was clear, and got it printed. Then, in big, bold letters, I wrote: “SHAME! SHAME! SHAME! Lady from Apt 4C is abusing elderly neighbors.”
I taped that sign right in the elevator where everyone would see it. It was crystal clear who she was and what she’d done.
Within a day, the whole building was buzzing.
Intriguing Mystery Items That Will Leave You Guessing
Have you ever discovered anything ancient and enigmatic that left you perplexed? Then you’re not by yourself! In the hopes of finding answers, people are posting images of mysterious things on social media platforms. We’ll dive into the world of mysteries today and examine ten intriguing objects that still elude us.
1. The Adaptable Wood and Metal Mysterium
Our first item has baffled a lot of inquisitive minds. According to some hypotheses, it was originally employed as a woodcutter or to hold saddles. Some others think it might have served as a foundation for butter churns or washing machines. Remarkably, the wooden base of an antique high chair from the 1890s is comparable. But the mystery thing we’re talking about has wheels and is composed of metal, which suggests that it might be the foundation of an old-fashioned baby stroller. It’s unclear what exactly it was used for, but one thing is certain: it was quite adaptable!
2. A Goofy Mysterium Object
The specialists are even baffled by this next perplexing item. The box with the label, called the “Brevetto Ferrari 2,” has a crank outside and a grater within. After some speculation that it might be a cotton gin, the true use of the box—which is to grate cheese—was discovered by an auction house selling a comparable item! You will therefore be aware of its purpose if you ever come across one of these fascinating devices!
3. The Inexplicable Duo of Vases
Oftentimes, inherited goods are the most enigmatic. Both Theresa Goulette Crane and the readers were perplexed when she uploaded a photo of two porcelain or clay pots that she inherited. Their purpose is still unknown for the time being, despite their enigmatic and cool appearance.
4. The Apparently Helpful Mysterium
In her house, Reenie Ragle Vermillion discovered an enigmatic object. Its exact function is still unknown, although a similar photograph makes it appear to be a vintage washing machine. It only goes to show that, given enough time, commonplace items can transform into fascinating mysteries!
5. The Enigmatizing Goo
Imagine finding a bag of yellow gunk inside a package that you opened. That is exactly what storm-singer, a Reddit user, experienced. Nobody could identify it until someone hypothesized that it might be air-dry clay used in crafts. The goo proved to be a delightful surprise that will give future Amazon orders a fresh level of mystery!
6. The Mysterious Little Green Box
Reddit users are in awe of this tiny, beautiful green box. Many have suggested that it was intended to hold jewels or accessories for vintage outfits because of its pink lining and cylindrical insert. Its exquisite design and meticulous craftsmanship only heighten its appeal.
7. The Plastic Dome in Grey Fiberglass
Like this plastic dome covered in ivy, nature has a way of hiding mysteries. Underneath the dome, in a forested region, CrescentFraiche discovered a ring of blocks that looked like a well or a fire pit. But the real reason behind the dome’s construction is still unknown. Have you got any suggestions?
8. The Never-ending Doubt
This mysterious object was found in a used gym bag, but its function is still unknown. There are several theories on what it could be: a challenge coin, a sports card stand, or a cell phone clip. It only goes to demonstrate that even lifeless objects may occasionally keep us wondering.
9. The Enlightening Enigma
Many Reddit users were drawn to this 4-foot-tall mysterious object that was discovered on the roof of an industrial park. Fortunately, a skilled user was able to identify it as a wireless communication link, namely a Ubiquiti Unifi 60 GHz Building to Building bridge. Mystery resolved!
10. The Mysterious “T”
The discovery of this T-shaped, metal object on the road has left Reddit user GuardianOfTheQuest somewhat perplexed. Some people surmised that it might be the Tesla logo, while others thought it might be a washer pawl or a motor component. We still don’t know this mysterious item’s true identify.
People from many backgrounds have been enthralled with these ten fascinating mystery things. One thing is for sure, even though we might not have all the answers: mysteries will always be fascinating.
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