Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

This took place at least 10 years ago. I worked in a used clothing store. This young man, maybe 10 comes in with his mom selling cookie dough for some fundraiser. He gives me his sales pitch and I listen intently. Halfway through; he looks over his shoulder to his mom for that smile ofContinue reading “Oatmeal Raisin Cookies”

For the love of people

People are amazing. A small part of my job is interacting with the public that comes to our office. Deliveries, mail, clients, and yes even folks that are lost. Edwin McCain is performing in our town tonight. You might remember his romantic hit “I’ll be”. Our office had a discussion about this song earlier. ItContinue reading “For the love of people”

Wal-Mart shopping trip

I went to Wal-Mart for work. You should have seen the looks. I got ‘the looks.’ 😂 Those looks that say, ‘where did she get all her money? Is she shopping for Cox’s army? I bet she’s got 5 kids at home and is spending that tax money. Was there a run on toilet paper?’Continue reading “Wal-Mart shopping trip”

Reading too much

I’m one of those people that over think EVERYTHING. You patted my arm, what did that mean? Are people just allowed to be friendly any more? Most people are not touchy as they walk out the door. We are (after all) in the south. “It was good to see you,” flowed from your mouth. I’veContinue reading “Reading too much”