I live in a conservative state in the South.
There’s a gas station at the end of my block that opened about a year ago.
I used it for the app discount. I’d go in for milk or Funyuns.
Not one person speaks English. They’re all from Afghanistan.
The guy behind the counter is about 30.
I always start with a normal “Hi” or “How’s it going?”
Nothing.
Just a hard look of contempt.
Last week I was done.
I drove five miles out of the way to another station.
Walked in and it felt like coming home.
Everyone spoke English.
Americans.
Being able to exchange a few normal words while doing everyday things is a small pleasure most people take for granted.
I shouldn’t have to hunt for it.
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