Because I am the best admin ever, I can't remember if we have a thread for this...and if we do, I will certainly merge this back into the appropriate place, but I have made a good faith effort to look for it.
Edit: I'm going to add that for the purpose of this thread, the general internet counts as the real world even though it's not technically offline. Meatspace shouldn't get a monopoly on awkward moments.
Here is my story:
Today, I was in the grocery store getting cheese doodles because that is my right as an American.
I was walking down the snack aisle and a manager-looking guy was taking inventory of peanuts and blocking the way. But, my eyes were drawn immediately to the almonds and I contemplated getting them instead, since it's healthier and they are tasty (especially with all of that drought).
The man notices me and apologizes for blocking the way and steps back, and I step past him and say, "Oh no, sorry, I was caught looking at the nuts. I mean...jeez, I mean I was distracted by the nuts. Ug that isn't any better. I need to work on my wording. I am so sorry sir, have a good day."
I blushed all the way to the car, I swear to God, I literally ran away from him.