I am so AGGRAVATED! Bruce and I went to Chili's tonight because I was craving my favorite Caribbean Chicken Salad. I didn't see the salad on the menu, so I asked the server if they still had it. He replied, "Yes. It's a modified version with different things on it, and it has a different dressing." I thought to myself, 'Then it is NOT the SAME SALAD.' It is so frustrating to have a very specific craving that can not be satisfied. Also, our server did not offer dessert. Just because we wanted water to drink doesn't mean I'm not game for any other extras. Frankly, I kind of wanted dessert but I sure wasn't going to BEG for it. Chili's, you are no longer my friend. Unless I need chips and salsa, in which case I will come crawling back.
After dinner, Bruce and I went to Best Buy so I could get a new MP3 player. My trusty shuffle finally gave up after over three years of loyal service. Buying electronics for me is always a tricky proposition. I've got a little bit of the "Jack Barratt" in me that resists new technology because of a brutal personality combination that consists of a fear of change and a hatred of industry. Poor Bruce- he is an "early adopter" in every sense of the word, and I wouldn't even have a cell phone if it wasn't for him. And he is saddled with me! We finally selected a model that was advanced enough for Bruce that he felt as if he wasn't purchasing the MP3 equivalent of a boombox on my shoulder, and that was simple enough for me that I can probably operate it without crying or wildly blaming Bruce for my technological deficiences. One area we do agree: Extended Warranties. The salesman offered it, as I'm sure he is required to do, and almost in unison Bruce and I asked, "Does it cover liquids?" "Liquids?" the salesmen repeated. "Like licking," I clarified. (I had already ruled out another Shuffle since Kiki can fit the whole thing in her mouth- including the headphones and owner's manual.) "Licking?" he said. "Like total salivary saturation," I said. "No," he replied, "the warranty does not cover (involuntary shudder)...licking." "Then no thank you," Bruce said, "because we need a warranty that will cover the one thing that I absolutely guarantee will happen to this MP3 player."
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6 comments:
Try the salads at Rumbi, they are amazing!
So funny!! If it wasn't for Mike I would not carry a cell phone either. Personally, I think its big brother that has invented all these damn things to track us down.
We really must be related. I only invest in new technology when I have to and someone is helping me through the process. I've had my video iPod for two years. I only have a dozen tracks loaded on the thing, and I've yet to ever watch a movie on it. It just takes too much time IMHO.
Change! What's up with that. Nothing worse than a craving not being met. I think you made the Best Buy guys night! He was probably the hit of the party that night with the narrative on your purchase experience!!
Hey, we really need to get together! It has been crazy with all the involvement with the wedding for Ashlee. They ended up doing their own silk flowers. They actually look pretty good. Kurt will be in town for a week an a half. Let me know.
It is a good thing we aren't pregnant anymore and our need for Chilis is virtually gone! They did get us through a rough time and I will forever be indebted to them and their salsa & chips!
Miss you guys!
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