Do you ever notice the Walmart greeters? Last night, I had to get some milk and bread, and I started thinking about them. I always try to acknowledge them when I come in. Usually it's just a smile and a nod. It's not like you can even hear what they're trying to say because of the giant fan on the way in. The best I can do is a vague attempt to read their lips, which hardly ever works because greeters are usually older and mumble.
But seriously, it's their job to stand there and greet everyone who walks in the door, and they're gonna do it, even though no one can hear them, and most people ignore them.
I'm reminded of a line from Galaxy Quest:
Listen, I've got ONE job on this lousy ship! It's stupid, but I'm gonna do it, okay?!
It also reminds me of a
TV show about a baby that Eden showed Tim and me while we were in Peru.
1 comment:
I don't mind the greeters, except when they are leaning on the pole that has the wipes attached to it. I want to wipe of my cart, but feel weird walking over to them and taking one...
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