I was at an auction, @jca. There was a man there that is known for his unpleasant disposition. He bought something, went to walk by me (face to face), paused, and rammed his shoulder into mine. Totally unprovoked. He had been setting in front of me, so it’s not like he could have even been mad at me for bidding against him. I was just the one that got to share his deep abiding anger at life. I said “Asshole!” He set his box down, walked back to me and said “WHAT did you say?!” And I replied, “You are an asshole.” He talked some talk about knocking me on my ass, then wandered off. He would have been severely out numbered, as I’m known as a decent, well intentioned guy and he’s know for trying to provoke people.
I think the next time he shows up at my auction house, I’ll throw him out. There’s no call for it and he can’t be in public without provoking someone.