Knowledge Is Power

(Hurricane Sandy is fast approaching, so I decide to withdraw some cash in case we have an emergency.)

Teller #1: “Are you ready for the hurricane?”

Me: “Getting there. That’s what this cash is for.”

Teller #2: “Wait, you need cash for a hurricane? Why?!”

Me: “Yes, definitely. If there is no power and we need to buy something, then I want to have cash available.”

Teller #2: “What? That’s stupid! You could just use your debit card.”

Me: “But if the power is out, the machines aren’t running.”

Teller #2: “Then you’d go to the ATM!”