This is not a paid advertisement. However, I'd like to recommend folks check out Liberty Tax Service. I can't say I've ever used them, but if I were in the market for someone to do my taxes, I'd look into Liberty.
You may be asking, why such enthusiasm for a place you've never used yourself? Well, I'm impressed with Liberty. You see, for the last several weeks, I've driven down the main stretch of road here in town and next to the road, outside of their business, I've been entertained daily by someone dressed up as The Statue of Liberty! And not just entertained because they look funny, The Statue typically is involved in some kind of dance routine which always puts a smile on my face. If you're really lucky, you might spot 'Uncle Sam' on the other side of the road trying to direct vehicles to stop in to have their taxes done. Despite the cool winter weather, these Liberty employees have brightened my day on many occasions.
As my thanks to them, I decided to give them a plug. And if you don't need to have your taxes done, but could use some extra money, I'd suggest you send an audition tape to Liberty right away.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Friday, February 8, 2008
I Feel A Draft!
I'm typing this from my local Panera Bread. The office internet connection was acting up yesterday so I stopped in here this morning to send a few quick e-mails (and enjoy a tasty bagel or two!) before heading in.
At Panera Bread--at least at this location--there are multiple access points to the restaurant. There are the main entrance doors located at the corner of the building. There is another door that leads right into the main dining area...which is right where I'm currently stationed. This door actually serves as the entrance/exit to the outside patio area. It should be pointed out that it is currently 37 degrees and no one is using the outside patio area.
That, however, hasn't stopped multiple people from using that door. And each time someone comes in or goes out, those seated inside are subjected to a blast of February 8th air! I truly admire the thoughtfulness of these Panera patrons and thought I'd bring about some joy to myself by typing about them as they pass by...
Here goes another one. Excuse me while I shudder with discomfort.
At Panera Bread--at least at this location--there are multiple access points to the restaurant. There are the main entrance doors located at the corner of the building. There is another door that leads right into the main dining area...which is right where I'm currently stationed. This door actually serves as the entrance/exit to the outside patio area. It should be pointed out that it is currently 37 degrees and no one is using the outside patio area.
That, however, hasn't stopped multiple people from using that door. And each time someone comes in or goes out, those seated inside are subjected to a blast of February 8th air! I truly admire the thoughtfulness of these Panera patrons and thought I'd bring about some joy to myself by typing about them as they pass by...
Here goes another one. Excuse me while I shudder with discomfort.
Monday, February 4, 2008
Escalator Etiquette
If you're like me, escalators bring back fond childhood memories. What kid doesn't like escalators? Ok, sure, when you first encounter an escalator there are a few fears to overcome. After all, there's the leap of faith as you step from the solid footing of the first floor department store to a set of moving stairs. It's a little unnatural at first. And you have to be alert at the end of your ride. Otherwise you may find yourself facedown on the ground, which would be a bit embarrassing -- who wants to have folks ask, "Hey, what happened to your nose?" when the honest response is "Well, I was on an escalator..." Once you master the art of boarding/deboarding, the escalator becomes a thrilling ride.
Once you're an adult, the escalator ride is still special, because you reflect back to those experiences as a youth. But now, you see an escalator for what it is, a time-saving transportation device. And....if you actually walk up a set of moving escalator steps, you are now able to travel at a super rate of speed, far surpassing what you could normally do on foot. But that leads me to my beef. Recently I was in a store with a single set of escalator steps. I boarded, but my progress was impeded by someone in front of me. And they were just standing there! And I thought to myself--this would be acceptable if this were a child. But in this case, I was behind an adult! I wanted to scream, "Grow up, buddy!" I did bite my tongue, however. Instead, I'm calling this person out in my blog. So now, Mr. Clogging-Up-The-Escalator, maybe you'll come across this and think next time....and show some maturity for crying out loud.
Once you're an adult, the escalator ride is still special, because you reflect back to those experiences as a youth. But now, you see an escalator for what it is, a time-saving transportation device. And....if you actually walk up a set of moving escalator steps, you are now able to travel at a super rate of speed, far surpassing what you could normally do on foot. But that leads me to my beef. Recently I was in a store with a single set of escalator steps. I boarded, but my progress was impeded by someone in front of me. And they were just standing there! And I thought to myself--this would be acceptable if this were a child. But in this case, I was behind an adult! I wanted to scream, "Grow up, buddy!" I did bite my tongue, however. Instead, I'm calling this person out in my blog. So now, Mr. Clogging-Up-The-Escalator, maybe you'll come across this and think next time....and show some maturity for crying out loud.
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