So i've decided to add a few more stories. I feel I have to be somewhat careful what I say, as I could potentially get in trouble. HOWEVER, because I have a heart.. i'm sharing these anyway (at least this first story).
I seem to have that personality that people are just drawn to talk to me about their problems. I have no issues with this, as I'm used to it, and am a good listener. One day a guy walked up to my booth to ask me where the temp agency was for the county. He was not even close to where it was, so I explained how to get there. He continued to talk to me and told me he had .95 cents to his name and that he had been unemployed for 2 years. He shared with me that he was so close to just breaking down and crying. I tried to encourage him as much as possible, as I have been in that position (thank GOD not for that long, but I get it!). Anyway, later on that same guy came driving up to my booth, handed me his ticket. The ticket came up to 2.00 (if i remember correctly). He looked like he almost wanted to cry. He said he decided to go ahead and go over and talk to HR (which is downtown). He said.. I have nothing.. what am I supposed to do? I don't have a bank account, so I can't go to the bank.. you know I only have .95 cents to my name..
Now you have to understand. Someone in his position, the only alternative is that he gets a citation ($40) and then we can let them out. I felt compassion for him, and took care of his ticket for him. Granted, we aren't allowed to do this (i'm sure) but I just couldn't do that too that poor guy when he had been through so much.
You have to understand... we get MANY excuses... i mean so many every day that I can't even count on fingers and toes.. but I knew in my heart of hearts that this guy was genuine. I felt for him. I still pray for him hoping to see him come through my line again... BUT this time as an employee! Everyone needs a break from time to time... that was his. :)
Okay.. now to lighten up the mood and to finish off this blog. The other day I had a gentleman, who was a county employee, in about his 60's come through my line. He asked me if we gave senior discounts. I kinda laughed and told him that we didn't, plus he wouldn't be included in that as he looked to be too young. I at least got a good laugh out of him and his passenger to which he replied.. I do believe you need to get that prescription in your glasses checked. :)
One last thought. I'm thinking about keeping a tally of how many people hit our booth our pole. One gentleman yesterday hit the pole with his truck and drove off with a very nice yellow streak on his nice huge truck.
till next time!
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