Dear readers,
We all know that kids can say the darndest things, often unwittingly embarrassing their parents or making anyone within listening range go, “aww.”
It can be even more interesting when they’re the kids of customers, good and bad, so we’ve rounded up ten stories from our archives of the adorable kids of customers and the memorable little things that come out of their weird brains.
Taking His Sweet Time – This is very important business.
Little Nuggets Of Interest – When you’re right, you’re right. And this kid is right.
Not So Pretty In Pink – I need to find myself a tiny fashion consultant.
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Dear readers,
“In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit. Not a nasty, dirty, wet hole, filled with the ends of worms and an oozy smell, nor yet a dry, bare, sandy hole with nothing in it to sit down on or to eat: it was a hobbit-hole, and that means comfort.”
And with those words, J.R.R. Tolkien created the foundation for the fantasy genre that we appreciate today. Today is Tolkien Reading Day – a day where all are encouraged to read the words of the master, or anything inspired by him that transports the reader to wonderful and fantastical worlds.
If you don’t have time to read a lengthy fantasy novel, why not start with these fourteen stories from our archives about some people’s strange relationship with Tolkien and his works? Have a read when it’s time for elevensies!
Best Not To Be Tolkien Too Seriously – Real life, fortunately, features far fewer Orcs.
Like Tolkien To A Brick Deeping Wall – Um… Tolkien was a Catholic. Like… a devout Catholic.
(Math) Exercise, Dividers Of Theoden – Call me a nerd, but I just got the chills.
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Dear readers,
We know that complicated coffee orders are normal these days, and if the option is on the menu, then the customer should be able to order it any way they like. Our issue starts when these orders come from customers who don’t seem to know what they’re ordering. They’re either just trying to sound cool or want to add extra-complicated steps to their drink to give themselves something to complain about.
We’ve rounded up eleven stories from our archives about obnoxious customers and their equally obnoxious coffee orders.
Make Coffee, Not War – We hope some deserving employee got to enjoy that drink.
One Dangerously Pressurized Coffee, Coming Up – Someone really needed that coffee.
The Gondorian Is Always Right – Not to be nerdy on main here, but Aragorn is the only son of Arathorn.
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Dear readers,
Today is National Puppy Day! Not that we need an excuse to celebrate the cutest, floofiest, most adorable creatures on the planet (this editor is a dog person), but since today is recognized as a day to celebrate the lovely balls of fluff ,we figured we would join in!
We’ve rounded up twelve stories from our archives about puppers. Some of them are cute, some of them need a reassuring happy ending, and some of them have stupid customers because come on… it’s Not Always Right!
Puppy Purchase Power – Even puppies aren’t immune to the impulse purchase rack!
Not Exactly The Pick Of The Litter, Part 2 – Honestly, we can’t blame you, kiddo.
Sheep Dogs Aren’t Sheepish – As a border collie parent… I can only shake my head.
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Dear readers,
Today is As Young As You Feel Day! Today is a day where age can just be a number and you shouldn’t let anything ruin your day, even if you may be getting on in years. To celebrate, we’ve rounded up ten stories from our archives about older customers who are awesome, amazing, and just darn cool!
Needs To Press Paws – Ma’am, we’d like to talk to you about the NAR Avengers Initiative.
A Grand Introduction – Hits from the comments: “Sometimes, you really do get to pick your own family.”
Worldly Spiritualism, Earthly Needs – That’s really sweet… but what does she need the padlocks for?
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