Retail Sucks, But It Sometimes Socks

Between the ages of about one to two, my daughter had what we called her “emotional support sock”, a pink, fluffy adult-sized bed sock. She carried it everywhere.

We were in a queue at a clothing store, my daughter sitting in the shopping trolley, and the lady in front of us was causing a hold-up.

Cashier: “You purchased a three-pack of bibs; we’re unable to process a refund for one of them.”

Lady: “But I only need two, the others are home in the wash, I’ll dry them and bring them as well.”

Cashier: “So they’ve been used? Are they defective?”

Lady: “I only need two. I want to return this one.”

After a lot of back and forth, the lady stormed out.

Cashier: *Turning to me and smiling at my daughter.* “Thank you for your patience… please tell me you’re not trying to return one sock?”

I assured him I just wanted to purchase my items, and he was visibly relieved!