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No, I did not eat them. 
It seems that some people have confused, ‘friendly and talkative’ for, ‘I am so totally into you. Want to go eat Chinese with me when I’m off work?’. First of all, the only Chinese around here is sliced and fried MSG, so I’ll pass; second, I am happily involved with a boyfriend. Sorry guys.
Misguided #1
Featuring Me, and Guy #1. It’s getting really close to closing, and I’m still getting the ropes of the Sales Floor since I’m so brand new, I probably squeak when I touch the floor. Putting away misplaced items and there’s Guy #1 and their buddy in the phone section. Figuring I needed a bit of practice, asked them if they need help with anything. Nope. They were pretty much just bitching about how their phone sucked so much and all sorts of small talk about phones. I was pretty tolerant of it because my trainer had to get something real quick, but eventually I made an escape when she came back around because like hell am I staying late just because they want to chat. In the toy section, a few minutes before we close, Guy #1 comes up and…asks if I have a boyfriend. Inwardly twitching, the best I can reply is, “Unfortunately, I have a boyfriend.”
Guy #1: Unfortunately?
Me: Yeah, for you.
Realizing he probably thinks I’m with a deadbeat and/or think he’s a possibility, I add something to make sure that won’t happen.
Me: And I love him very much. Sorry.
Let me just say, that guy wasn’t just not my type, he bounded over into a whole other territory that I wouldn’t touch with a 10 foot pole. Pot bellies are not sexy. Keep in mind that many people also think that I’m still a teenager, and it makes me feel worse. My second shift. Ever. And I got it. Not a good sign. At least give me one that says, “I have a boyfriend, DIE IN A FIRE”.
Keep in mind, I was still using my super sweet nice clueless voice. So they probably won't get the hint, but damn was I thrown off.
Misguided #2
It’s apparently happened to a co-worker too. The only reason I know is because when my boyfriend picked me up after work to mooch off my discount for his gamer goodness, the guy apparently froze and gave a look of despair when I introduced him. Or maybe my boyfriend is watching too many mystery shows. Regardless, wouldn’t be surprised. Had it before.
Lost in Mistranslation
Had a woman who had no planning from what I saw so far. What made it worse is that she had a bit of trouble speaking English, and I wouldn’t be surprised if it also included comprehending it, because I had to word several things like five times and even then she didn’t get it. I love different cultures, I really do, but sometimes it is frustratinggggggg…
Soon as I ring something up and put it in a bag:
Lady: No! No no no…
Me: …So you don’t want it.
Lady: *nods*
And she did this only a couple of times, but for a newbie cashier, that is a pain. Not to mention, after ringing up her FIRST thing, instead of letting me just put it in a bag or set it aside, she had to put her precious, pre-cut piece of cheesecake in the basket part of her cart. No, she didn’t walk over, she expected me to stretch over the belt and dangle my foot in the air, just to reach her. RAGE.
She also couldn't seem to comprehend, "Want the bag heavier or lighter?" when putting in cartons of juice. Multiple ways. Much mental 'told you so's involved when she lifted it and proclaimed her shock of how heavy it was.
Suddenly, the Awesome
-Taught a guy what a Turkey Gobbler sandwich was. Sub-style sandwich with cream cheese, turkey breast, cranberry sauce, and cucumber chips. He was very pleased.
-Let a couple of little kids pay for their trinkets. Felt awesome for someone starting out.
-Chatted about recipes with grocery buyers and talking since that makes me a hell of a lot less nervous.
-Not a lot of sucky people.
Eh, good enough for me.
It seems that some people have confused, ‘friendly and talkative’ for, ‘I am so totally into you. Want to go eat Chinese with me when I’m off work?’. First of all, the only Chinese around here is sliced and fried MSG, so I’ll pass; second, I am happily involved with a boyfriend. Sorry guys. Misguided #1
Featuring Me, and Guy #1. It’s getting really close to closing, and I’m still getting the ropes of the Sales Floor since I’m so brand new, I probably squeak when I touch the floor. Putting away misplaced items and there’s Guy #1 and their buddy in the phone section. Figuring I needed a bit of practice, asked them if they need help with anything. Nope. They were pretty much just bitching about how their phone sucked so much and all sorts of small talk about phones. I was pretty tolerant of it because my trainer had to get something real quick, but eventually I made an escape when she came back around because like hell am I staying late just because they want to chat. In the toy section, a few minutes before we close, Guy #1 comes up and…asks if I have a boyfriend. Inwardly twitching, the best I can reply is, “Unfortunately, I have a boyfriend.”
Guy #1: Unfortunately?
Me: Yeah, for you.
Realizing he probably thinks I’m with a deadbeat and/or think he’s a possibility, I add something to make sure that won’t happen.
Me: And I love him very much. Sorry.
Let me just say, that guy wasn’t just not my type, he bounded over into a whole other territory that I wouldn’t touch with a 10 foot pole. Pot bellies are not sexy. Keep in mind that many people also think that I’m still a teenager, and it makes me feel worse. My second shift. Ever. And I got it. Not a good sign. At least give me one that says, “I have a boyfriend, DIE IN A FIRE”.
Keep in mind, I was still using my super sweet nice clueless voice. So they probably won't get the hint, but damn was I thrown off.
Misguided #2
It’s apparently happened to a co-worker too. The only reason I know is because when my boyfriend picked me up after work to mooch off my discount for his gamer goodness, the guy apparently froze and gave a look of despair when I introduced him. Or maybe my boyfriend is watching too many mystery shows. Regardless, wouldn’t be surprised. Had it before.
Lost in Mistranslation
Had a woman who had no planning from what I saw so far. What made it worse is that she had a bit of trouble speaking English, and I wouldn’t be surprised if it also included comprehending it, because I had to word several things like five times and even then she didn’t get it. I love different cultures, I really do, but sometimes it is frustratinggggggg…
Soon as I ring something up and put it in a bag:
Lady: No! No no no…
Me: …So you don’t want it.
Lady: *nods*
And she did this only a couple of times, but for a newbie cashier, that is a pain. Not to mention, after ringing up her FIRST thing, instead of letting me just put it in a bag or set it aside, she had to put her precious, pre-cut piece of cheesecake in the basket part of her cart. No, she didn’t walk over, she expected me to stretch over the belt and dangle my foot in the air, just to reach her. RAGE.
She also couldn't seem to comprehend, "Want the bag heavier or lighter?" when putting in cartons of juice. Multiple ways. Much mental 'told you so's involved when she lifted it and proclaimed her shock of how heavy it was.
Suddenly, the Awesome
-Taught a guy what a Turkey Gobbler sandwich was. Sub-style sandwich with cream cheese, turkey breast, cranberry sauce, and cucumber chips. He was very pleased.
-Let a couple of little kids pay for their trinkets. Felt awesome for someone starting out.
-Chatted about recipes with grocery buyers and talking since that makes me a hell of a lot less nervous.
-Not a lot of sucky people.
Eh, good enough for me.
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I started making a point of pausing, and walking aaaaalllll the way around my register to scan *whatever*. I don't think a single customer ever got the hint. Bulky and heavy things I understand. A pair of shoes not so much.
I hate it when it squeaks like that.
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