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I did something so dumb

qvcfreak — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:04:29 GMT

I went to the ATM around 6:30p, I got very nervous with the truck behind me, then my boss called me and I took my card and left without my $200. I feel so stupid. Will call the bank in the morning.

Re: I did something so dumb

Leggett28 — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:08:23 GMT

@qvcfreak Don't feel stupid. Stuff happens 😉

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qvcfreak — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:09:56 GMT

Thank you @Leggett28

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Carmie — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:15:22 GMT

Hopefully, the person in the truck behind you will turn in your cash. I have found cash in the ATM before and turned it in.

The bank will be able to view the video and be able to ID who was behind you, especially if they completed a transaction.

Re: I did something so dumb

Miami Spices — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:17:00 GMT

My story does not compare in seriousness with yours, but you may need a laugh. I went to Wendy's drive-through. Ordered, drove to window. Paid. Drove away. I had to drive around the block, go back through the line, to retrieve my food. The youngsters working inside were hysterically laughing.

Re: I did something so dumb

michmi — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:22:48 GMT

Not dumb. I've walked away from money before. If I was the person who came behind you I would make a trip to the bank the next morning to turn it in. Maybe they're doing that.

Re: I did something so dumb

qvcfreak — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:28:53 GMT

Thank you so much for giving me hope everyone. And thanks for the laugh @Miami Spices . Your Wendy’s story did make me laugh.

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granddi — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:30:34 GMT

I drove up to the Sonic drive through rigtht past the order speaker.

My car pulled up to the window and said I had the large diet coke.

It dawned on my that I had not ordered my diet coke.

The youngish clerk and I just laughed. I said thanks -just a Senior moment.

Re: I did something so dumb

sunshine45 — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:33:10 GMT

@qvcfreak

come back tomorrow and let us know that this has a happy ending please!

Re: I did something so dumb

Mombo1 — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:44:42 GMT

@Miami Spices wrote:
My story does not compare in seriousness with yours, but you may need a laugh. I went to Wendy's drive-through. Ordered, drove to window. Paid. Drove away. I had to drive around the block, go back through the line, to retrieve my food. The youngsters working inside were hysterically laughing.

@Miami Spices Believe it or not...I did the exact same thing at Wendy's last summer. Fortunately there was no one behind me. I pulled away after paying and the kid at the window yelled "Hey Lady...don't you want your food?" I backed up...and yes I heard some giggling.

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qvcfreak — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:45:16 GMT

I pray and hope but either way I’ll keep you guys posted.

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Katcat1 — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:47:32 GMT

Let's hope the person that came behind you is a decent human being and returns the money.

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Mellyg — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:50:36 GMT

@Mombo1 wrote:
@Miami Spices wrote:
My story does not compare in seriousness with yours, but you may need a laugh. I went to Wendy's drive-through. Ordered, drove to window. Paid. Drove away. I had to drive around the block, go back through the line, to retrieve my food. The youngsters working inside were hysterically laughing.
@Miami Spices Believe it or not...I did the exact same thing at Wendy's last summer. Fortunately there was no one behind me. I pulled away after paying and the kid at the window yelled "Hey Lady...don't you want your food?" I backed up...and yes I heard some giggling.

This must happen more often than we realize; I've done it too!

I'm sure when you contact the bank, it won't be the first time they've had this occur!

And don't feel dumb, we've all done things that leave us shaking our head at ourselves! Let us know how it turns out!

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CLHS68 — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:55:42 GMT

I did the same thing at a drive thru but I got some of my food not realizing I had another bag. I drove away & had to stop at a red light & the guy came running out & handed me my other bag.

About the ATM some of the machines suck the cash back in if you leave without it but I don't know how Quickly with you having someone right behind you. But you are on camera so they should be able to figure it out.

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on the bay — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:58:17 GMT

@Miami Spices -

I can see myself doing something like that.

I have bought stuff- groceries or something and paid and walked off leaving the bag behind.

The cashier would call me back.

I guess my head was in the clouds!😳

Re: I did something so dumb

January121 — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 02:59:10 GMT

I would have done the same thing..... every time I go to the ATM that is outside the bank I get nervous that someone will try to steal the money from me .... it’s a natural instinct..... I hope the bank gives you good news tomorrow 🥰

Re: I did something so dumb

lovesrecess — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 03:04:20 GMT

I am sure the bank has this happen more than you might think; no worries. You were not stupid, just distracted!

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Etoile308 — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 03:05:32 GMT

Don't wait to see if the bank calls you. Call them when they open. And let's hope the money was sucked back in before the car behind you pulled up.

We all make momentary mistakes when distracted. Don't beat yourself up.Thank goodness the worst that could happen would be a loss of money.

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drizzellla — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 03:05:41 GMT

@CLHS68 wrote:

About the ATM some of the machines suck the cash back in if you leave without it but I don't know how Quickly with you having someone right behind you. But you are on camera so they should be able to figure it out.

I had heard the same thing. That the ATM machine will suck the money back in at the end of your transaction, if you did not take it. But as CLHS68 said, I have no idea how fast.

I can't tell you how many times I have found ATM cards in the machine that the previous person left. It happens and the bank will know how to deal with it. It is just so upsetting to live through these hours before the bank opens.

I hope everything turns out well for you.

Re: I did something so dumb

qvcfreak — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 03:48:33 GMT

Thank you everyone, and yes I’m nervous even skipped dinner and this was my first month I was going to have a little leftover money. But God is good and the big blessing is we’re getting the Stimulus and I can replace the money.

I’m Praying and hoping for good news tomorrow.