Manly, NSW: In a burst of pub-fueled indignation, a local Manly Whinger has taken to social media to express their utter horror at a growing trend in the local watering holes: patrons propping their feet up on bar stools. The culprit? An alarming lack of pub etiquette and, according to our frustrated Whinger, a “blight” on the sanctity of Manly’s beloved pubs.
The Disturbing Discovery
Terry Footloose, a Manly local known for his unrelenting grip on public decorum, posted a scathing critique that struck a chord with many. “Nothing worse than venturing down to the pub to watch the footy and people want to put their feet up on the stools. It’s disgusting! It’s not your home when you are out in public! Put your feet down!”
Footloose’s diatribe was accompanied by a series of grizzly photos capturing patrons with feet perched nonchalantly atop pub stools, seemingly oblivious to the horror unfolding beneath them. “Look at this,” Footloose’s post lamented. “I didn’t sign up for a foot spa session when I came out for a pint and a game!”
The Pub Etiquette Outrage
Footloose’s post quickly ignited a flurry of reactions from fellow Manly Whingers. “I thought the only thing worse than soggy chips was foot-stool hybrids,” exclaimed local pub aficionado Hugh Jass. “I don’t know what’s more offensive: the feet or the fact that the stools are now getting a free shoe polish!”
Stan Still, known for his strict adherence to pub decorum, echoed Footloose’s sentiment with a touch of humor. “I’m all for casual pub vibes, but when I see someone using the stool as a footrest, it’s like watching someone bring a pet iguana to a black-tie event. It’s just wrong!”
The Public Reaction
The community’s response was a mix of solidarity and snickers. Local bar manager Emma Wilson was quick to weigh in. “We’ve considered adding a ‘No Feet Up’ sign, but we’re afraid it might lead to a foot-stool rebellion,” she joked. “Maybe we should just hand out foot wipes with every pint.”
Iona Knipl, a local bus driver, suggested a more creative solution: “Perhaps we need a new pub fashion trend—foot sleeves. You know, so people can keep their feet off the furniture while still feeling stylish. Or we could start a campaign: ‘Feet Down, Drinks Up!’”
The Outrage Continues
Footloose’s campaign has sparked a broader discussion about public behavior and the sanctity of pub culture. “This is just the beginning,” declared Footloose. “Next thing you know, people will be bringing their own recliners and turning the pub into a living room. We need to draw the line before it’s too late!”
The pub patrons themselves have had a mixed reaction. Some have taken to self-regulation, while others continue to test the boundaries of pub propriety. “It’s like a footsie free-for-all out there,” said Stan Still. “At this rate, we might need a foot patrol unit to enforce the rules.”
The Final Word
As the debate rages on, one thing is clear: Manly’s pubs are at the center of a foot-stool fiasco that shows no sign of easing up. So next time you head out for a pint and a game, remember: keep your feet off the stools and save the lounging for home—because in Manly, public decorum is a matter of utmost importance. Or at least, it is to Terry Footloose and his band of like-minded Whingers.
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