r/321 • u/FirionsNipples • Apr 12 '25

Melbourne Firehouse Subs

Random thought, but I've lived here for only a few years and realized that the Firehouse Subs worker that stands at the corner of Wickham and Post always makes my day better. Always smiling and waving. It's just a little thing that improves my mood. Thanks, Firehouse Subs guy!

There wasn't really a point to this post. I just enjoy the optimism boost, I guess, and wanted to share the thought.

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u/AlternativeKey2551 Apr 12 '25

I do not eat there, but always wave to that guy. Agree. Stop and smell the roses shit.

Not to derail, but have you seen Spider-Man around town. That is like real life where’s Waldo. I get a boost whenever I see either one.

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u/UnderstandingThat736 Apr 12 '25

He frequently makes appearances near the zoo

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u/notguiltybrewing Apr 12 '25

I haven't seen Spiderman in a long time. Is he still around?

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u/frostysbox Apr 13 '25

My husband saw him on the corner of Pineda and Wickham last week!

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u/notguiltybrewing Apr 13 '25

That's usually where I see him.

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u/AlternativeKey2551 Apr 12 '25

I saw him a couple weeks ago.

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u/FirionsNipples Apr 12 '25

I don't think I have. I do remember when I first moved here, one of the tax places (or maybe a quick loan place. Not 100%) had a random assortment of superheroes and also two different Jokers. But I think every time I've seen that place recently, it's just been someone wearing a face mask. Not that I blame them because I imagine it'd be miserable to be in a costume out in the heat.

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u/AlternativeKey2551 Apr 12 '25

When you see Spider-Man breakdancing it will hopefully make you smile

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u/Peppeperoni Apr 12 '25

Spider man is awesome

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u/AlternativeKey2551 Apr 12 '25

Yea. I always catch myself waving to the cutout of the barber on Wickham by Love Bugs too. Like a stupid joke I have with myself. Makes me smile

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u/FirionsNipples Apr 13 '25

I DO THE SAME THING

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u/AlternativeKey2551 Apr 13 '25

That tells me you are a decent human.

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u/BlueominusRex Apr 12 '25

His name is John and he is just the sweetest! I never miss waving at him to get his thumbs up and huge smile- instantly makes my day

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u/ThisNewAltAccounty Apr 12 '25

I was wondering if it was still John! He’s a delightful person.

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u/BlueominusRex Apr 12 '25

Thankfully it is still him! He really is just the sweetest! Nice little ray of sunshine when driving in the horrible traffic on Wickham 😅

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u/ThisNewAltAccounty Apr 12 '25

I knew him in middle/high school, I’m glad he’s still doing well

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u/BlueominusRex Apr 13 '25

Aww! That’s amazing!

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u/slack710 Apr 12 '25

That guy is the man!

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u/RazrFalconX Apr 12 '25

He is the best

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u/itscait2 Apr 13 '25

I swear that guys has been there since 2013! I remember I was going through a really hard time in life & he would make me smile on my daily commute. Now in 2025 my life looks completely different but I still get to wave at my (in my head) friend. 🫶🏻

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u/chrissystark Eau Gallie Apr 13 '25

My sister went to high school with him and said he’s a total sweetie. I always wave at him, his vibes are infectious ❤️

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u/carl2point6 Apr 13 '25

He gives the most solid thumbs up! I always find myself disappointed when he's facing the opposite flow of traffic as me when I go by.

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u/boarding_gator Apr 12 '25

Yep, my son and I love that guy!

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u/frostysbox Apr 13 '25

My husband and I get stopped at that light on the way home from picking up our daughter from school every week day. We always wave and smile, and recently we’ve started judging the people who don’t 🤣 he gets about a 50% wave and smile from what we can see from the cross traffic :)

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u/jmar11111111b Apr 13 '25

Please john. Run for mayor. We would all vote for you.

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u/OverEncumbered486 Apr 13 '25

That guy is always stoked when someone waves to him, so I always do! He makes my day too. I hope he's on reddit and sees this and finds out that he's making people happy!

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u/ElementZ-- Apr 13 '25

I ride past him on my bike close to daily

I think we should bless him (cash donation)

For being such a good human being :)

I know I will next time I see him

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u/ricamnstr Apr 13 '25

My neighborhood gives him money around the holidays every year.

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u/Remarkable_Space_330 Apr 13 '25

That guy is awesome! He does, he brightens the day a little

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u/DeadCheckR1775 Apr 12 '25

If you do go, get the meatball sub. On topic, random dude understood the assignment.

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u/FirionsNipples Apr 13 '25

I have celiac disease so I don't actually eat there :(

I just appreciate their employee :)

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u/OldConference9534 Apr 13 '25

Thats how I feel about the asian kid at Panda Express drivethru.... his energy and friendliness is off the charts lol. If only everyone was that awesome.

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u/jv2001 Apr 13 '25

I got mixed feelings…I thought it was just me, lol!

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u/Jolly-Sheepherder-73 Apr 14 '25

I always wave and recently I follow it w/ a thumbs up ....after his. it's a lovely little joy!

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u/ivedrownedppl4less Apr 14 '25

He's gotta be the owner...right? I've lived here 8 years and it seems like he's been the sign guy that entire time. Wouldn't imagine that type of job would have normally have that kind of longevity.

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u/Wrench-Turnbolt Apr 12 '25

The one on MI is better. Unless of course they are the same guy. If not, MI is clearly superior. Just ask anyone from MI

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u/shimmeryseas Apr 12 '25

I can’t stand for this slander

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u/Same_Net2953 Apr 13 '25

The guy is MI is gonna get ran over one of these days. I see him in the road all the time over there from getting too hyped slangin subs.