Swindling Shopper

Swindling Shopper

So, I take everyone at face value.  Let me rephrase that, I used to take everyone at face value.  I have met the swindling shopper.  Some weeks ago, I introduced the concept of our baskets and trays to a customer.  They have been selling extremely well.   She requested to see the baskets before purchase. (Okay …)  That day, school was closed for the weather, and all of my children were home. I called her office (the place of meeting) and was sent to her voicemail.  I left a message, and didn’t receive a call back.  To me, I had done my part.  Waiting for the return call …

The following day, she chewed me out for not calling or showing.  I told her that I had left a message, and she criticized me for not bugging her out to buy my book.  I waited on her call.  I wasn’t trying to sell her cosmetics … Anyway, she wasn’t in the office, but I told her that I would take it there.  (The gift was for an office party)

Her particular tray was out, so I had to create one.  I gave her a timeframe, and wanted to meet it.  I got the items together, personalized her book (from her to the recipient) and wrapped it.  My trays and baskets don’t carry bookmarks, so I gave one as a special gift, attaching it with a little tape so it wouldn’t be lost.

Luckily, she intercepted the gift, because she didn’t have, nor would be willing to pay the $25 I had reduced the tray to.  With all of the other rigamarow I had to go through just in order to get my basket back, she decided to explain why she didn’t want it.

Oh yeah, I forgot to mention why she doesn’t check her voicemail… because only creditors leave messages. That should have been a sign for me.   God forbid something was to happen to a family member, and she neglected to check them.

She proceeded to shake the tray vigorously, releasing many of the teas that were attached for easy removal.  Flipping the tray over, she showed me the tape she didn’t want to see on the bottom (3 pieces).  I found it rather strange, but I explained to her that I wouldn’t be able to market the product, because it was ruined after having been personalized, and then she said she didn’t know what “personalized” was.  Forgive me … I’m going on and on.  Let’s just say, I have learned a very valuable lesson … to avoid the swindling shopper … unless I’m at events, people must have cash, NO MATTER WHAT.

Oh yeah, she gave me $15 for the book, after I had to burst the basket to get it.  It cost me more going to her job three times.  Why do we treat each other like that?  Not only did she steal from Journey Bookz, she took from my babies.  Well, I hope she enjoys her reap.  Only God can provide the yield her sow will produce.

Peace!


    

Holidays are coming

Holidays are coming … So what?

The holidays are coming.  So what?  Are we going to act any differently than the day before?  Will our houses be cleaner?  Will our hearts be softer?

What difference does the presence of the holiday season make in your life?  I spend a great deal of time dreaming ...  Wondering what tomorrow will bring, but not worrying about it.  I dream of being a little more patient with my children … a little more gentle with discipline decisions … a bit more thoughtful when making calls as a ref.

Holidays denote Holy Days … and what does one do to make a day holy?  Let’s remember each day, living it to the fullest … making positive strides, because each day, holidays included, is a gift from God, that is why it is called the present.  What you do in it is your gift to him.  Don’t forget the love of God, in your gift giving, this year.

Barnes and Noble

Barnes and Noble

So, I did an event at the Arnold and Porter Law Firm, to discover that Barnes and Noble is on the corner.  Before leaving the firm, I visited the store.  MEGA BOOKS!  Okay?  So, the manager approved the purchase of five copies, and they should be available within a week.

Want a copy, and can’t hook up with me?  Visit Barnes and Noble located on the corner of 12th and E Streets, NW.  We’re moving up in the world… more like Downtown.  ;-)

Peace~