Sunday, October 11, 2009

rhetorical questions

The other day I stopped at the grocery store for a couple of things. It was not Meijer, so I was actually able to get in and out with just the two items on my original list.

They were kleenex and caramels, for the record.

No, not related. If I wanted to increase the fiber content of the caramel bars, I don't think kleenex would be my method of choice.

I usually use paper towel. It holds up better.

Anyway, when it was my turn to check out, the guy working the register asked, "Is that all for you today?" I smiled and replied that yes, it was.

However, as I walked out the door it dawned on me what a strange question that is. I mean, what was I going say? "Actually, no - there were 42 other things I was supposed to get, so would you hold my spot in line for a minute while I go and fetch them?" Or maybe he expected me to suddenly pull a dozen yogurts and a watermelon out of my sleeve, as if I were the grocery store version of Penn and Teller. And, really, is he implying that my two items are inadequate? I demand the same service as the lady in the next aisle over with the cart piled big-family high. That's grocery discrimination, people.

I know. Aren't you glad you have me here to explore life's deep issues?

You're welcome.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

You redefine astute.