Friday, May 30, 2003
Saw Finding Nemo tonight, and awwww it was so cute! Utter sweetness, and very funny too. *sings* Seaweed is fun, seaweed is cool... As an added bonus, I got to see the Pirates trailer. And before the movie, there was an animated short called "Knick Knacks" or something like that, about a snowman in a snowglobe. It was greatness lmao. Must go to bed, back to work tomorrow morning. Ugh.
Posted by DeeDee @ 10:47 PM
- [Otto] also mentioned not holding out too much hope that much of the Houses Of The Healing would appear. Apparently the romance between Eowyn and Faramir, although definitely present, has been down-played somewhat. She seemed disappointed but said, 'well something has to make way - there's a lot of story to cover in the last film.'
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Soooo... PJ has plenty of time to lavish on the Elf Priss confronting Nazgul and waking Aragorn with a magic kiss, but there's no time for the real romance that's actually in the book. Erm.... sure, makes sense to me.
Here's the Friday Five.
1. What do you most want to be remembered for? Writing.
2. What quotation best fits your outlook on life? Think only of the past as its remembrance gives you pleasure. --Elizabeth Bennet, Pride and Prejudice
3. What single achievement are you most proud of in the past year? Uh... staying here?
4. What about the past ten years? The stuff I did in college.
5. If you were asked to give a child a single piece of advice to guide them through life, what would you say? Forgive.
Here is how you matched up against all the levels:
| Level | Score |
|---|---|
| Purgatory (Repenting Believers) | Very High |
| Level 1 - Limbo (Virtuous Non-Believers) | Very High |
| Level 2 (Lustful) | Very Low |
| Level 3 (Gluttonous) | Moderate |
| Level 4 (Prodigal and Avaricious) | Very Low |
| Level 5 (Wrathful and Gloomy) | Low |
| Level 6 - The City of Dis (Heretics) | Very Low |
| Level 7 (Violent) | Low |
| Level 8- the Malebolge (Fraudulent, Malicious, Panderers) | Low |
| Level 9 - Cocytus (Treacherous) | Very Low |
Take the Dante's Inferno Hell Test
Posted by DeeDee @ 04:10 PM
Thursday, May 29, 2003
Eek, I'm very remiss in plugging Larissa's beautiful new layout. =)
Posted by DeeDee @ 06:02 PM
rotflmao... I was just reading my blog archives and realized that today is the anniversary of my one day being employed by a cowboy boot store. Yes, I was technically employed by Cavender's Boot City for an afternoon on May 29, 2002. I filled out all the forms for them to hire me, and then as I was leaving, they told me I had to dress in western attire from their store. Naturally, at the time I had no money, so I asked if the clothes could be taken from my first paycheck. They said no... and so ended my employment with the corporation. Not long after, I began my illustrious career at the Diamond Shamrock gas station.
I also remember that the boot store had a big sign overhead that said "Evergreen: Rivendell Trading Post." *wipes tear* ah, memories.
Posted by DeeDee @ 04:54 PM
http://www.ducktape.com <--- lmao
Posted by DeeDee @ 11:40 AM
Which Agent Smith are you?
By Madeline Elster
Posted by DeeDee @ 08:36 AM
Wednesday, May 28, 2003
*does the giddy, happy, next-two-days-off dance* *does it again*
Here's a spiffy picture survey =)
Some people are just jerks, but most people really have no idea that some of their actions cause misery for cashiers. I sure didn't, before I started working at a gas station. We all have to read Employee Handbooks, so it's time for there to be a Customer Handbook! Here for your edification is a small list of simple things you can do to help workers in supermarkets, fast food places, and yes -- gas stations.
In General...
1) We are not robots, nor are we stupid, nor are we dirt beneath your feet. Sometimes when I greet customers with the usual "Hi, how are you?" the only reply I get is: "10 dollars on pump 3." Um... ok? Just be nice, it's not very hard. We don't have to share our life stories, it just takes one little word, really, to be polite, as in: "*smile* Alright. 10 dollars on pump 3." A "thank you" also goes a long way. Or, if you're the nonverbal type, just smile at me!
2) Don't get mad or complain to cashiers (or waiters, or what have you) if you don't like something in the store. Because you know what? They didn't do it, and they have no control over it. Why bring them down? If you think something needs to be changed, just smile and say in a nice way, "Could you please ask your manager to start stocking Brand X?" I don't want to be yelled at because the air machine ate your quarter.
To Help Cashiers...
3) Have your money ready, have it straight, and have it all facing the same way. Write out your check ahead of time, so all you have to do is fill in the price. You simply wouldn't believe how much this helps.
4) Use the smallest bill possible. Don't buy a pack of gum or a soda with a $20 bill -- especially not in a gas station, when the registers usually hold less than $100, including change.
5) Ask first. Don't let the cashier ring everything up, then say, "Can you break a $50?" Arg! If you don't know if they have change, or you're not sure if they take checks, just ask first. Is that really a lot of trouble?
6) If a cashier puts something in a bag (or some other kind of container, like a cup holder) for you, don't take it out and hand the bag back! Gah! Just take the bag.
In a gas station...
7) Prepay. If you're not paying with a credit card and you know how much gas you need, go in and pay first. You have to go in anyway, so why not do it first and save the cashier just a little less stress? It also helps you, because the pump will stop itself and you won't go over the amount you planned to get. It's so hard to ring up customers and keep one eye on the pumps at all times, so we love when customers prepay. Prepay, nice peoples.
8) If you don't prepay, at least go in and pay for the gas as soon as you can. With drive-offs as common as they are, we worry about every pump until it's paid for. So it's very aggravating when people pump their gas, then stand around and talk, wander around the store, etc. If you plan to shop for more stuff before you pay for everything, let the cashier know that you're in the store.
9) Take a second to notice which pump you're on. It's not very fun when you have a long line, and the following exchange takes place with a customer: "Gas." "Which pump are you on?" "I don't know, that one." ....... "Which one?" "That one out there." "The red car?" "No, the blue car." "Which blue car?" "The one on the end." .....asldkfjsdf Trust me, this happens all the time. And it's maddening.
10) On a related note, don't just walk up to the counter and lay down money. We are not psychics, and if we were, we sure wouldn't be working at a gas station.
Things people should really already know...
11) If you make a mess, clean it. You wouldn't believe the mess some people leave after just making a cup of coffee. Sugar and empty packets all over the counter, coffee dripped everywhere... and all within two feet of a trashcan and napkins. If it's a big spill and you can't clean your mess, as least notify the cashier. That way he or she won't find it two hours later, when it's sticky and trampled over.
12) Flush the toilet. Really, people. *glares at filthy men who don't flush the toilet* You don't want to touch that nasty lever? Understandable. Use toilet paper or a paper towel so you don't have to touch it. Voila!
Sooo... an example of a perfect gas station customer? One we love and adore?
- Cashier: "Hi, how are you today?"
Customer: "Alright, how are you?"
Cashier: "Pretty good." *scans and bags items* "Is this going to be all for you, sir?"
Customer: "I also need $10 on pump 3."
Cashier: "Ok. That'll be $14.36."
Customer: *hands over a straight ten and five* "Oh wait, I also have a penny."
Cashier: "...and 65 cents is your change. Thank you." *smiles*
Customer: *smiles* "Thanks."
Ahhhh. *clings to nice, considerate customers* This short guide to being a Friendly Customer has been brought to you by three 10-hour shifts in a row. And now I shall enjoy my two days away from rude jerks.
Posted by DeeDee @ 08:16 PM
Tuesday, May 27, 2003
Monday's schedule:
6:00 wake up, bath, check email
7:00 work
5:00 leave work, eat, update sites
7:00 sleep
Tuesday's schedule as planned: Repeat.
Posted by DeeDee @ 06:43 AM
Sunday, May 25, 2003
a coronary thief: see i can type nw its magical tis
a coronary thief: o
a coronary thief: now*
a coronary thief: FECK
EdeaINFJ: rotflmaooo
a coronary thief: lmao i give yup
EdeaINFJ: *dies*
Posted by DeeDee @ 07:55 PM
Just when you thought there was nothing as pointless as my blog, Clare gave me the code for a livejournal. I'm actually really glad I have it, though. First, because it's fun to waste time joining all the communities, and second, because I can comment on my friends' ljs now without having to be 'anonymous.' :-D
Posted by DeeDee @ 07:44 PM