Popular Post mjmooney Posted March 27, 2016 VT Supporter Popular Post Share Posted March 27, 2016 This taking shoes off is either a new (in my terms that means post-1980s), or a middle class thing. It was completely unknown when I was young, and I still find it slightly odd. I mean, I can see the point, but it doesn't come naturally to me, and I don't expect anyone to do it in my house unless their shoes are caked in mud (they usually do it anyway, though). 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharkyvilla Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 6 minutes ago, mjmooney said: This taking shoes off is either a new (in my terms that means post-1980s), or a middle class thing. It was completely unknown when I was young, and I still find it slightly odd. I mean, I can see the point, but it doesn't come naturally to me, and I don't expect anyone to do it in my house unless their shoes are caked in mud (they usually do it anyway, though). It's something I did when I was growing up but now I wouldn't really think of taking my shoes off. I do it when I go round to my folks but I still regard that as my house. I generally don't like other people though so keeping my shoes on means I can leave quicker. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Albrighton Posted March 27, 2016 VT Supporter Share Posted March 27, 2016 1 hour ago, Ikantcpell said: People who dont remove their shoes when walking into someones home, Dirty Pigs!! Generally agree. But that rule is discarded at house parties isn't it? Or does it depend on the number of guests there? Not that I'm invited to many parties. Not since sharing my views on the number of party guests to the requirement of shoe removal correlation was poorly received. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wainy316 Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 If you didn't take you shoes off in Japan or Korea you'd probably be arrested. They have a little section just after every front door specifically designed for you to leave your shoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddywhack Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 I don't mind people leaving their shoes on if they want to, but if they're round for the evening I'd prefer it they took them off (not that I'd ask). I just think it makes them look uncomfortable. It's like leaving your coat on or having your bag on your lap. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PompeyVillan Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 "Craft ale" and hipster pubs. Went on a pub crawl in London this weekend. All were Camera recommendations, but many were hipster gastropubs where the majority of the beers were carbonated from a tap, not fresh from the pump. We were even told in one that if diners came in that they would ask us to move from the table. They were expensive too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maqroll Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 1 minute ago, PompeyVillan said: "Craft ale" and hipster pubs. Went on a pub crawl in London this weekend. All were Camera recommendations, but many were hipster gastropubs where the majority of the beers were carbonated from a tap, not fresh from the pump. We were even told in one that if diners came in that they would ask us to move from the table. They were expensive too. **** those words removed 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seat68 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 If someone took their shoes off when coming into my house I would think of them as odd. Completely alien to me. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmooney Posted March 28, 2016 VT Supporter Share Posted March 28, 2016 8 hours ago, Paddywhack said: I don't mind people leaving their shoes on if they want to, but if they're round for the evening I'd prefer it they took them off (not that I'd ask). I just think it makes them look uncomfortable. It's like leaving your coat on or having your bag on your lap. Whereas I think people sitting around in their socks looks totally weird. Maybe it's because I hate feet, and I think they should be as covered up as possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmooney Posted March 28, 2016 VT Supporter Share Posted March 28, 2016 (edited) 1 hour ago, PompeyVillan said: "Craft ale" and hipster pubs. Went on a pub crawl in London this weekend. All were Camera recommendations, but many were hipster gastropubs where the majority of the beers were carbonated from a tap, not fresh from the pump. We were even told in one that if diners came in that they would ask us to move from the table. They were expensive too. Wouldn't touch those places with a bargepole, CAMRA should be ashamed of themselves. Just find a normal pub that has good ale at a reasonable price. Edited March 28, 2016 by mjmooney Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ingram85 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Leave my shoes on as this country is cold and I ain't freezing my pinkies off. If you want me to take my shoes off, provide me with slippers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lapal_fan Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Carpets ain't free, bring dog shit, gum and mud into your own unhygienic, filthy homes. Shoes off you dirty people. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phumfeinz Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 (edited) My flatmate constantly leaves a puddle of piss on the bathroom floor, in exactly the same spot. My annoyance pales in comparison to my confusion over how he even manages to do it every single time? Edited March 28, 2016 by Phumfeinz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davkaus Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Have you tried rubbing his nose in it? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dAVe80 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 I say you don't go far enough. I make people take off their shoes and socks, and wash and scrub their feet with carbolic soap. After that they have to put on disposable, plastic foot guards, and to make it extra clean, I put down a plastic sheet which I incinerate after they have left. I of course wear a full chemical suit and gad mask, for the full duration of their stay. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindie Posted March 28, 2016 VT Supporter Share Posted March 28, 2016 Dara O'Briain does a very funny slight aside skit in one of his early stand ups about people who expect you take your shoes off in their homes. I can't find it on YouTube sadly but I think pretty much the same. I take my shoes off on my own home but elsewhere I'm slightly aggrieved when someone asks. It's basically saying 'we assume you're dirty'. Anywho... People who swear badly. I've been watching a few YouTube videos of games due out in the next few months and I've noticed a few commentators who simply have really cringeworthy ways of speaking that make me what to punch them repeatedly. Hearing a fat geek excitedly say 'gonna get this fat bitch' with too much conviction to make it cool, or scream 'ah this really bad person!' is making my ears bleed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wainy316 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 I think taking your shoes off is a common courtesy. If you have bare feet underneath though, don't take them off. Hate feet. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phumfeinz Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 4 hours ago, Davkaus said: Have you tried rubbing his nose in it? I saw a good post a while ago about someone who was having the same problem, and he'd just use his flatmates personal towel to mop it up every time. Unfortunately my flatmate keeps his in his room so I can't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Someone else I'm sure posted about having a pissy housemate, who kept wetting the bed? Glad to say i don't have any piss problems. Although I did shart the other day on the sofa. Took a gamble and lost. Live and learn 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 As for the taking off the shoes when going to someone's house, unless I was asked I would leave them on, assuming they weren't covered in mud or they had white carpets! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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