Oh, the glories of buying groceries with only one child in tow.
And to celebrate, I decided to spend a couple shiny quarters at the deli counter for a delicious beverage of my choosing.
On the way, we just happened to pass the pastry counter with a large plastic container practically throwing chocolate chip cookies into our mouths.
Why thank you! Yes, I will take one for my child. None for me. No, I'm saving space for the refreshing nectar that will soon be flowing from a red and
white cup.
Ready to behold my reflection in the dark liquid smiling at me through the plastic lid, anticipating the touch of red straw to lips, we approached the counter with one hopeful and one chocolate smile.
And as the attendant smiled in return and walked toward me we were interrupted. By an older woman. Smiling as well. And I thought:
Yes. She is looking forward to the solitude of shopping while sipping from a straw as well.
So I didn't mind the interruption. I could wait two more minutes for refreshment.
The woman proceeded to say to the attendant:
I would like to thank you for offering caffeine free drinks at the fountain.
And she walked away. She didn't even wait for a reply. And perhaps I should have taken it as a hint. That I too should walk away. But I didn't. I handed over my coins. Even took the time to search for pennies and give exact change.
But I was going to enjoy my sweet, sweet trip down the aisle. I mean what's better than a child with cookie and a woman with diet joy? Nothing, I argue.
And I wondered, what timing? And if this ever happens to people in other states? I mean, what are the odds?
photo via williamhartz
