Hospital visits are rarely full of sunshine and laughter, and when a child experiences a health scare, those experiences can be even more emotionally draining and challenging.

And what we need more than anything in those times is support and understanding from those around us.

However, a mother from Whitsundays, Queensland, received quite the opposite.

Dealing with the significant stress of rushing her young son to the emergency department following a sport-related injury, she received a startlingly cold display of unsolicited ire on returning to her vehicle.

After rushing to the hospital, she returned 30 minutes later to find an accusatory and 'cold-hearted' note plastered starkly onto her vehicle's windscreen.

'Hey, rude b****h', it started, not mincing any words.

The anonymous author of the note proceeded to accuse the mum of a parking violation. 'You will notice the sign says “reverse parking”’, the mystery author noted.

'I was about to reverse park, and you snuck right in–then had the nerve to try to obfuscate.'

You can read the complete note here:

A mum received a note from an anonymous person after driving her son to the hospital. Credit: 4MK Mackay/Facebook

Disturbed by the inexplicable charge, the Queenslander took to social media. She expressed her shock from the unexpected and rather aggressive missive and shone a spotlight on the lack of empathy and consideration that had taken place.

She reasoned that amid the urgency of her son's medical situation, 'parking was the last thing' on her husband's mind, who was behind the wheel at the time.

'To the lovely person who left this note when we were rushing our son to the emergency department, pull your damn head in,' the mother responded with anger and bewilderment.

The mum, however, aptly reflected on the anonymous writer's lack of situational awareness and empathy.

'Maybe next time consider the circumstances,' she suggested, 'You very well may have left this note on the car of someone whose family member is passing away. Have some bloody empathy–it's not hard.'

The post garnered mixed reactions from users. One commented, ‘Says a lot about the author to take the time to write a hateful note in front of a HOSPITAL. Takes nothing to have patience, breathe and be kind, no matter what you are going through yourself.’

‘Wow, some people are unbelievable. Hope your son is okay,’ another comment said.

Some took a more neutral stance: ‘How do you know the person who wrote the note wasn’t in an emergency too? I feel two ways about this,’ a third person expressed.

‘Judgement and compassion go both ways, who knows what the writer is going through either’, another user pointed out.

Despite the unwelcome setback, the Whitsundays woman later updated her post to reassure concerned netizens that her son was faring well and that the injury, albeit scary at first, was 'a possible hairline fracture from sport'.

'Nothing too serious,' she reassured everyone.

Key Takeaways

• A Queensland mum has been left shocked after discovering an aggressive note on her car windscreen, accusing her of parking incorrectly outside of a hospital where her son was being treated.
  
• The woman shared the note and her response on social media, stating that parking was the last thing on her husband's mind amid the emergency.
  
• The mother called out the note-leaver for their lack of empathy, suggesting they consider the circumstances before leaving such a message.
  
• Social media users had mixed reactions to the note. While some agree that the writer should have exercised patience, some also pointed out that the writer must have been in an emergency, too.
  
• The Whitsundays mother later updated her post to clarify that her son was doing 'OK' following a possible hairline fracture from a sport.
  

Now, while this story serves as a reminder of the unanticipated obstacles we may face in life's critical moments, it also underscores our responsibility as active members of society to practice empathy, understanding and kindness, especially during challenging times.

After all, we don’t know the battles others may be going through.

What do you think of this story, dear members? Have you experienced a similar incident? Share them in the comments below!

 

[fairy03]

I think this was a 2way street. Maybe both were in a drama situation. When this happens it is hard to judge who was wrong. I hope all is well with both parties.

 

[MHM]

Hospital visits are rarely full of sunshine and laughter, and when a child experiences a health scare, those experiences can be even more emotionally draining and challenging.

And what we need more than anything in those times is support and understanding from those around us.

However, a mother from Whitsundays, Queensland, received quite the opposite.

Dealing with the significant stress of rushing her young son to the emergency department following a sport-related injury, she received a startlingly cold display of unsolicited ire on returning to her vehicle.

After rushing to the hospital, she returned 30 minutes later to find an accusatory and 'cold-hearted' note plastered starkly onto her vehicle's windscreen.

'Hey, rude b****h', it started, not mincing any words.

The anonymous author of the note proceeded to accuse the mum of a parking violation. 'You will notice the sign says “reverse parking”’, the mystery author noted.

'I was about to reverse park, and you snuck right in–then had the nerve to try to obfuscate.'

You can read the complete note here:

View attachment 27674

A mum received a note from an anonymous person after driving her son to the hospital. Credit: 4MK Mackay/Facebook

Disturbed by the inexplicable charge, the Queenslander took to social media. She expressed her shock from the unexpected and rather aggressive missive and shone a spotlight on the lack of empathy and consideration that had taken place.

She reasoned that amid the urgency of her son's medical situation, 'parking was the last thing' on her husband's mind, who was behind the wheel at the time.

'To the lovely person who left this note when we were rushing our son to the emergency department, pull your damn head in,' the mother responded with anger and bewilderment.

The mum, however, aptly reflected on the anonymous writer's lack of situational awareness and empathy.

'Maybe next time consider the circumstances,' she suggested, 'You very well may have left this note on the car of someone whose family member is passing away. Have some bloody empathy–it's not hard.'

The post garnered mixed reactions from users. One commented, ‘Says a lot about the author to take the time to write a hateful note in front of a HOSPITAL. Takes nothing to have patience, breathe and be kind, no matter what you are going through yourself.’

‘Wow, some people are unbelievable. Hope your son is okay,’ another comment said.

Some took a more neutral stance: ‘How do you know the person who wrote the note wasn’t in an emergency too? I feel two ways about this,’ a third person expressed.

‘Judgement and compassion go both ways, who knows what the writer is going through either’, another user pointed out.

Despite the unwelcome setback, the Whitsundays woman later updated her post to reassure concerned netizens that her son was faring well and that the injury, albeit scary at first, was 'a possible hairline fracture from sport'.

'Nothing too serious,' she reassured everyone.

Key Takeaways

• A Queensland mum has been left shocked after discovering an aggressive note on her car windscreen, accusing her of parking incorrectly outside of a hospital where her son was being treated.
• The woman shared the note and her response on social media, stating that parking was the last thing on her husband's mind amid the emergency.
• The mother called out the note-leaver for their lack of empathy, suggesting they consider the circumstances before leaving such a message.
• Social media users had mixed reactions to the note. While some agree that the writer should have exercised patience, some also pointed out that the writer must have been in an emergency, too.
• The Whitsundays mother later updated her post to clarify that her son was doing 'OK' following a possible hairline fracture from a sport.

Now, while this story serves as a reminder of the unanticipated obstacles we may face in life's critical moments, it also underscores our responsibility as active members of society to practice empathy, understanding and kindness, especially during challenging times.

After all, we don’t know the battles others may be going through.

What do you think of this story, dear members? Have you experienced a similar incident? Share them in the comments below!

"Have some empathy" goes both ways. If the circumstances as stated in the note are correct, the complainant drove nose in to the parking spot to get an advantage. I can fully understand the chagrin of the driver who was about to reverse in to the same spot.

Obviously, some words were exchanged, with the conclusion that the complainant declined to rectify its error, leaving the reversing driver "out in the cold".

This is an instance when we can all take a lesson that before we "bitch" about the slights paid to us, we are ourselves, without fault.

 

[Gsr]

Hospitals are notorious for a lack of parking so I’m guessing the person who wrote the note was pretty miffed if he/she was about to reverse into the spot and someone drove into it anyway. Surely they noticed the panicked parents rushing their child from the car to the emergency department if they were that close, but perhaps the child appeared to be ok if the result was a possible hairline fracture and the note writer may not have thought they needed to steal the parking spot. I’m sure the parents should have noticed the other car was about to reverse into the spot as well, so I think there is blame and lack of consideration on both sides.

 

[elaine41]

A possible hairline fracture (you don't say in which bone) is hardly something that requires that you rush your child to emergency. I don't doubt your son may have been in pain but rushing about in a way which could have caused an accident with the person who was ready to reverse into the parking space you hijacked is hardly justified. If he had been as bad as you make out, then an ambulance should have been called & could have taken him with speed & safety to the hospital.

 

[Veggiepatch]

@elaine41 you don't know what the extent of the injury was. Unless you are a nurse, doctor or paramedic, you probably have diddly squat idea what is wrong. People get stressed and anxious in times of an emergency and parking protocol goes out the window. So I side with the woman in this case.

 

[Jest]

Hospital visits are rarely full of sunshine and laughter, and when a child experiences a health scare, those experiences can be even more emotionally draining and challenging.

And what we need more than anything in those times is support and understanding from those around us.

However, a mother from Whitsundays, Queensland, received quite the opposite.

Dealing with the significant stress of rushing her young son to the emergency department following a sport-related injury, she received a startlingly cold display of unsolicited ire on returning to her vehicle.

After rushing to the hospital, she returned 30 minutes later to find an accusatory and 'cold-hearted' note plastered starkly onto her vehicle's windscreen.

'Hey, rude b****h', it started, not mincing any words.

The anonymous author of the note proceeded to accuse the mum of a parking violation. 'You will notice the sign says “reverse parking”’, the mystery author noted.

'I was about to reverse park, and you snuck right in–then had the nerve to try to obfuscate.'

You can read the complete note here:

View attachment 27674

A mum received a note from an anonymous person after driving her son to the hospital. Credit: 4MK Mackay/Facebook

Disturbed by the inexplicable charge, the Queenslander took to social media. She expressed her shock from the unexpected and rather aggressive missive and shone a spotlight on the lack of empathy and consideration that had taken place.

She reasoned that amid the urgency of her son's medical situation, 'parking was the last thing' on her husband's mind, who was behind the wheel at the time.

'To the lovely person who left this note when we were rushing our son to the emergency department, pull your damn head in,' the mother responded with anger and bewilderment.

The mum, however, aptly reflected on the anonymous writer's lack of situational awareness and empathy.

'Maybe next time consider the circumstances,' she suggested, 'You very well may have left this note on the car of someone whose family member is passing away. Have some bloody empathy–it's not hard.'

The post garnered mixed reactions from users. One commented, ‘Says a lot about the author to take the time to write a hateful note in front of a HOSPITAL. Takes nothing to have patience, breathe and be kind, no matter what you are going through yourself.’

‘Wow, some people are unbelievable. Hope your son is okay,’ another comment said.

Some took a more neutral stance: ‘How do you know the person who wrote the note wasn’t in an emergency too? I feel two ways about this,’ a third person expressed.

‘Judgement and compassion go both ways, who knows what the writer is going through either’, another user pointed out.

Despite the unwelcome setback, the Whitsundays woman later updated her post to reassure concerned netizens that her son was faring well and that the injury, albeit scary at first, was 'a possible hairline fracture from sport'.

'Nothing too serious,' she reassured everyone.

Key Takeaways

• A Queensland mum has been left shocked after discovering an aggressive note on her car windscreen, accusing her of parking incorrectly outside of a hospital where her son was being treated.
• The woman shared the note and her response on social media, stating that parking was the last thing on her husband's mind amid the emergency.
• The mother called out the note-leaver for their lack of empathy, suggesting they consider the circumstances before leaving such a message.
• Social media users had mixed reactions to the note. While some agree that the writer should have exercised patience, some also pointed out that the writer must have been in an emergency, too.
• The Whitsundays mother later updated her post to clarify that her son was doing 'OK' following a possible hairline fracture from a sport.

Now, while this story serves as a reminder of the unanticipated obstacles we may face in life's critical moments, it also underscores our responsibility as active members of society to practice empathy, understanding and kindness, especially during challenging times.

After all, we don’t know the battles others may be going through.

What do you think of this story, dear members? Have you experienced a similar incident? Share them in the comments below!

that takes the cake. hope your child is okay.

 

[elaine41]

@elaine41 you don't know what the extent of the injury was. Unless you are a nurse, doctor or paramedic, you probably have diddly squat idea what is wrong. People get stressed and anxious in times of an emergency and parking protocol goes out the window. So I side with the woman in this case.

I was a nurse for many years & even after leaving that profession I continued working in hospitals. I started working in hospitals at the age of 17 years & retired when aged 62 years so I think I have more of an idea of this situation than you.

 

[Jest]

Hospitals are notorious for a lack of parking so I’m guessing the person who wrote the note was pretty miffed if he/she was about to reverse into the spot and someone drove into it anyway. Surely they noticed the panicked parents rushing their child from the car to the emergency department if they were that close, but perhaps the child appeared to be ok if the result was a possible hairline fracture and the note writer may not have thought they needed to steal the parking spot. I’m sure the parents should have noticed the other car was about to reverse into the spot as well, so I think there is blame and lack of consideration on both sides.

as none of us were in the vicinity we just should keep our opinions to ourselves.. the writer was one very rude person.

 

[Kellettw]

So if hubby was driving, why didn’t he drop them at the door & then park the car?

 

[johncorney]

If the person who wrote the note had a medical problem they would not have time to write anything as their reason for being there wasn't to find a parking spot directly in front of the hospital. The signage that says reverse parking on some of the parking bays is relatively new. Whoever made the rule is an Idiot and there is no need for it. They might think that they have the ability to make these rules but unfortunately we have people with an assumed amount of power but have not enough brain to realise where they are at.

 

[Sej]

If the person who wrote the note had a medical problem they would not have time to write anything as their reason for being there wasn't to find a parking spot directly in front of the hospital. The signage that says reverse parking on some of the parking bays is relatively new. Whoever made the rule is an Idiot and there is no need for it. They might think that they have the ability to make these rules but unfortunately we have people with an assumed amount of power but have not enough brain to realise where they are at.

Certainly, the note lacked empathy, and the filthy language was quite unwarranted. BUT -- what happened once they had parked? It looks from the note as though there was some obfuscation involving a 'dirty window'. If two stressed people were claiming the same spot, you'd need to get the whole story before making a judgement.

 

[JayEeGeeP]

Why didn't hubby drop mum and kid off at emergency then park the car and sounds as though they nicked the other persons park which could make anyone angry.

 

[Kellettw]

If the person who wrote the note had a medical problem they would not have time to write anything as their reason for being there wasn't to find a parking spot directly in front of the hospital. The signage that says reverse parking on some of the parking bays is relatively new. Whoever made the rule is an Idiot and there is no need for it. They might think that they have the ability to make these rules but unfortunately we have people with an assumed amount of power but have not enough brain to realise where they are at.

 

[Jest]

Hospital visits are rarely full of sunshine and laughter, and when a child experiences a health scare, those experiences can be even more emotionally draining and challenging.

And what we need more than anything in those times is support and understanding from those around us.

However, a mother from Whitsundays, Queensland, received quite the opposite.

Dealing with the significant stress of rushing her young son to the emergency department following a sport-related injury, she received a startlingly cold display of unsolicited ire on returning to her vehicle.

After rushing to the hospital, she returned 30 minutes later to find an accusatory and 'cold-hearted' note plastered starkly onto her vehicle's windscreen.

'Hey, rude b****h', it started, not mincing any words.

The anonymous author of the note proceeded to accuse the mum of a parking violation. 'You will notice the sign says “reverse parking”’, the mystery author noted.

'I was about to reverse park, and you snuck right in–then had the nerve to try to obfuscate.'

You can read the complete note here:

View attachment 27674

A mum received a note from an anonymous person after driving her son to the hospital. Credit: 4MK Mackay/Facebook

Disturbed by the inexplicable charge, the Queenslander took to social media. She expressed her shock from the unexpected and rather aggressive missive and shone a spotlight on the lack of empathy and consideration that had taken place.

She reasoned that amid the urgency of her son's medical situation, 'parking was the last thing' on her husband's mind, who was behind the wheel at the time.

'To the lovely person who left this note when we were rushing our son to the emergency department, pull your damn head in,' the mother responded with anger and bewilderment.

The mum, however, aptly reflected on the anonymous writer's lack of situational awareness and empathy.

'Maybe next time consider the circumstances,' she suggested, 'You very well may have left this note on the car of someone whose family member is passing away. Have some bloody empathy–it's not hard.'

The post garnered mixed reactions from users. One commented, ‘Says a lot about the author to take the time to write a hateful note in front of a HOSPITAL. Takes nothing to have patience, breathe and be kind, no matter what you are going through yourself.’

‘Wow, some people are unbelievable. Hope your son is okay,’ another comment said.

Some took a more neutral stance: ‘How do you know the person who wrote the note wasn’t in an emergency too? I feel two ways about this,’ a third person expressed.

‘Judgement and compassion go both ways, who knows what the writer is going through either’, another user pointed out.

Despite the unwelcome setback, the Whitsundays woman later updated her post to reassure concerned netizens that her son was faring well and that the injury, albeit scary at first, was 'a possible hairline fracture from sport'.

'Nothing too serious,' she reassured everyone.

Key Takeaways

• A Queensland mum has been left shocked after discovering an aggressive note on her car windscreen, accusing her of parking incorrectly outside of a hospital where her son was being treated.
• The woman shared the note and her response on social media, stating that parking was the last thing on her husband's mind amid the emergency.
• The mother called out the note-leaver for their lack of empathy, suggesting they consider the circumstances before leaving such a message.
• Social media users had mixed reactions to the note. While some agree that the writer should have exercised patience, some also pointed out that the writer must have been in an emergency, too.
• The Whitsundays mother later updated her post to clarify that her son was doing 'OK' following a possible hairline fracture from a sport.

Now, while this story serves as a reminder of the unanticipated obstacles we may face in life's critical moments, it also underscores our responsibility as active members of society to practice empathy, understanding and kindness, especially during challenging times.

After all, we don’t know the battles others may be going through.

What do you think of this story, dear members? Have you experienced a similar incident? Share them in the comments below!

everyone knows what happened. NOT

 

[Royal Watcher]

A possible hairline fracture (you don't say in which bone) is hardly something that requires that you rush your child to emergency. I don't doubt your son may have been in pain but rushing about in a way which could have caused an accident with the person who was ready to reverse into the parking space you hijacked is hardly justified. If he had been as bad as you make out, then an ambulance should have been called & could have taken him with speed & safety to the hospital.

 

[Royal Watcher]

Glad your son was ok! How do you know what could have been an emergency & when it’s ur child nothing & no-one has the right to judge what you did!
Yes, the other person could have been in a situation themselves, but when you are dealing with your child being hurt I don’t think anyone can blame you for prioritising their well-being!
So why don’t you all take a moment & not sit in judgement of these parents.
And in the state I come from, an ambulance won’t get u there faster these days, if they turn up fast - if it was my child I’d get them there myself in that situation rather than wait unless it was life threatening & moving them wasn’t an option - not saying much for the poor paramedics who are working under bad conditions in a lot of places from what I hear!!!
Anyhow, good luck to the young person whose injury wasn’t too bad! And let’s all just chill &be happy it all ended up ok!!??

 

[Jest]

A possible hairline fracture (you don't say in which bone) is hardly something that requires that you rush your child to emergency. I don't doubt your son may have been in pain but rushing about in a way which could have caused an accident with the person who was ready to reverse into the parking space you hijacked is hardly justified. If he had been as bad as you make out, then an ambulance should have been called & could have taken him with speed & safety to the hospital.

so much empathy for a child amd you obviously agree with the not polite note. please note you used the word possible, that could mean anything until checked. you are so full of it.