A Burning Need To Use Those Coupons

I’m in Southern California where it is pretty much constantly wildfire season. One time, there was a fire that was advancing toward our building. The whole area behind the building was on fire, planters and trees in the parking lot were on fire, embers were flying, and smoke was everywhere.

We were in the process of attempting to close the store and evacuate the building since it would soon no longer be safe to be in the building. We had customers who refused to stop shopping or leave.

Customer: “I can’t leave now! My coupons are expiring today!”

One of my favorite managers turned to her.

Manager: “Lady, if the store is still standing tomorrow and doesn’t burn down, you can come back then and use your coupon!”