Did you go to Starbucks today?

MWhiteDesigns · Post by **MWhiteDesigns** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:50:20

It seemed busier than usual for 10:30. Cashier nodded and smiled. I wonder if there is any way to tell what they grossed today. I hope a record is set!

Post by **allingeneral** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:51:27

Not yet - will be stopping by with my lovely wife after work today to let them know that I appreciate their support of our rights.

dorminWS · Post by **dorminWS** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:53:46

I'm doing the best that I can. I just sent this to all my buddies that live where there IS a Starbucks:
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Starbucks is being boycotted today on Valentine’s Day by anti-gun groups because they elected to follow Virginia law concerning the carrying of handguns instead of banning possession of firearms on their premises. Many of us who respect the Second Amendment and the law of the Commonwealth support Starbucks in its enlightened position, and it has been suggested that we should demonstrate that by making it a point to patronize Starbucks today by way of countering the boycott. Even though (curmudgeon that I am) I am not in the habit of paying 4 bucks a pop for coffee and regard the Starbucks experience as a ridiculous overcomplication of what ought to be the simple act of getting a cup of coffee, I would like to buy a coffee from them today.

I live 75 miles from the nearest Starbucks, so I’d have to burn 7-8 gallons of $3.85/gallon gas and kill 3 hours to visit Starbucks and buy a $4 cup of coffee. Even my zeal for the protection of our God-given and constitutionally protected rights has its limits. So you guys can do me a favor if it falls handy for you. Go get a cup of Starbuck’s coffee today, and tell them why.

Thanks,
<dormin>
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MNMGoneShooting · Post by **MNMGoneShooting** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 13:33:16

I will be shadowing All-In-General & wife - He has to follow the same cow-path as I to get the foo-foo coffee

Latte please

BakedonGrease · Post by **BakedonGrease** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 13:34:48

I am there now

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meak99 · Post by **meak99** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:03:37

Stopped in at the Ashland location just after lunch today and picked up a bag of dark roast.

On another note, it was my first OC experience. It lasted all of 5 minutes and I was the only one in there besides the 3 exployees, but nonetheless, I still had the "first time OC" jitters.

dorminWS · Post by **dorminWS** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:11:37

So far, I have received 7 assurances that people will go to Starbucks, and one offer to carpool.

Post by **allingeneral** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:25:06

meak99 wrote:On another note, it was my first OC experience. It lasted all of 5 minutes and I was the only one in there besides the 3 exployees, but nonetheless, I still had the "first time OC" jitters.

Congrats!!

Kreutz · Post by **Kreutz** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:28:32

I think I'm diabetic now, how do people drink this stuff on a daily basis? Ay ay ay so sweet.

And a hot chocolate costed me almost $5, wtf?

So yah I patronized them. Strange because I never thought Starbux would be the "good guy" in any situation ever.

Post by **OakRidgeStars** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:56:03

Just left $5Bucks with my Iced Skinny Mocha

There were about 8 - 10 people sitting around. Not nary a peep about the Roscoe on my hip.

dorminWS · Post by **dorminWS** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:19:23

I just told SWMBO about the Starbucks deal. Believe it or not, she wants to go, and asked me if I was going to take my gun. (I think I might not ought to……….. a man ought to shoot anybody who charged him $4 for a cup of coffee) This from a woman who thinks I ought to be buying more diamonds for her instead of more guns for me. Oh, well, I reckon we must take our pleasant surprises where we find them.

Hmmmmm...............I wonder if that damned Starbucks is next to a jewelry store?

fuze · Post by **fuze** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:58:19

I broke by Starbucks cherry this morning. Saw 3 sidearms before making it out, left a 2 dollar bill in the tips jar. At 9am they were packed.

That caramel flavored coffee was the most expensive cup of joe I've ever bought.

CCFan · Post by **CCFan** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:51:05

Went to a Roanoke Starbucks during lunch... My trusty .357 Sig openly accompanied my venti Mocha, and while I didn't see anyone else there carrying, they were nice and friendly as always...

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mk4 · Post by **mk4** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:52:20

I'm in my 2nd 'bux of the day.
1st was this morning with a fellow oc'er. Good time, good convo. Left behind a few $2 bills. No problems, or antis, at all.
2nd is just now, sitting waiting for a late afternoon meeting. Place is busy and no antis in sight. No ones giving me any odd looks either.

Guess I've done my part.

Be safe, and carry on, All!

zombiekiller57 · Post by **zombiekiller57** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:10:34

I stop by everyday. $2.05 for a medium coffee isn't diner price but I don't think it's too bad a price to pay for breakfast.

meadmkr · Post by **meadmkr** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:54:07

Got ours early this morning on the way in to work....

MNMGoneShooting · Post by **MNMGoneShooting** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:58:38

Enjoyed a cup of Latte today. Enjoyed OC with the family and then proceeded to Ferry Farm Walmart for some shopping. nothing but smiles all the way around.

MNMGoneShooting · Post by **MNMGoneShooting** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:20:20

..... AND.... It was my first genuine open carry!! No coats to hide behind!

CCFan · Post by **CCFan** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:46:30

MNMGoneShooting wrote:..... AND.... It was my first genuine open carry!! No coats to hide behind!

It was a little chilly today here but I refused to put on a jacket...

Jakeiscrazy · Post by **Jakeiscrazy** » Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:41:13

Didn't make it, just brought a truck and had to go get it registered and everything. Glad to see you guys made it out to make up for my lack of showing up.

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