A TikTok user has ignited a debate on social media following a contentious situation she encountered at an airport.
Airports are unique environments where time has a different rhythm, fast food chains serve early meals, morning drinks are common, and security measures are stringent.
In this scenario, a TikToker named Cara, known as carasdigitaldiary_ on the platform, found herself amidst a heated discussion after a surprising interaction with a fellow traveler.
Cara recounted the experience in a video, explaining that she was at the airport waiting to board her flight when she needed to use the restroom.
She asked a woman nearby if she could keep an eye on her bags, and to Cara’s surprise, the woman declined.
Cara expressed her disbelief: “I’m in the airport and I just asked someone ‘hey, can you watch my stuff I’m about to run to the bathroom real quick’ I have a Beis carry-on and my purse.”
“I fully expected her to say yes and she goes, ‘No, you should honestly take it with you.’ Keep in mind the bathroom… is a few steps away from where we’re sitting.”
“I’ve never been so caught off guard…she fully said no which is fine, you don’t have to watch it but I’m not going to take all of my belongings a few steps away when you are already sitting here and you could just watch it.”
This incident quickly divided opinions among those commenting on the post, with some supporting the woman’s decision to refuse.
Some commenters argued that refusing was the right choice due to security concerns, while others believed it was an overreaction.
One person commented: “Girl that’s the 1# thing you don’t do at an airport.”
Another highlighted the frequent reminders given at airports: “They literally announce over loudspeaker not to do this every 5 minutes at every airport in the country.”
A third added: “No way this is real. They literally announce constantly to not accept anything for anyone else. Take your stuff with you.”
Despite this, some defended Cara’s request, stating: “I have watched multiple ppls stuff & they’ve watched mine I thought this was normal.”
Another supported her by saying: “These comments are insane lol it’s such a common request and I’ve never had someone said no nor have I ever said no to someone who has asked lmao.”
Overall, there seemed to be a consensus that in matters of luggage and security at airports, caution should prevail.