An update to bring in October! (I know, too many pictures)
It's been awhile since I posted something, which is a statement I find myself saying often when posting to my LJ. My last post wasn't exactly cheery or amusing, but then, that's life! So what have I been up to lately? Working hard! Grinding out 42 hours per week with nothing but the utmost dedication to my assignments. Don't believe me? I have photographic proof!
Umm...moving along. I actually am looking for other work. Not because I'm not making decent money and the job is too stressful. I just want something more. I sent a resume out for a seasonal job at Radio City, for a tour guide position. But the digital age has made online applications...annoying. It's a long shot, but a job at the music hall is a doorway to greater things. There's also a ton of entry-level stuff around, and they're certainly not going anywhere. So I figure I'll stick this job out until I find something...unique!
I went into a Gamestop the other day, because I am apparently ill-resistant to do so whenever I'm in a mall. The phone was off the hook over there, with dozens of people calling about the World of Warcraft expansion. This prompted the clerk to exclaim "Please, for the love of god, tell me you're not here to ask about Wrath of the Lich King!" and I was able to oblige his request. Ironically though, I was buying an expansion pack, but he was so relieved that it wasn't WoW related that he was elated (rhyme!), and he ended up giving me a ton of free stuff. Gamestop is always home to interesting characters, like guys coming in and asking if the WiiFit can only be used on the Wii.
When I'm in a mall though, there's always one section that makes me go "Ugh." That'd be the "trendy" stores, like Abercrombie and Fitch, Hollister and such. Obviously I don't wear anything trendy, and I doubt anything from either of these stores would fit me anyway (although the 'ol diet of mine is working quite well!). I think what bothers me about them are the designs. Take a look at an A&F store.
It's probably the blinds that annoy me. You have to go in to see anything they have on sale, because even by the doorway, there's usually just a wall with a picture of some shirtless male model (wouldn't you want your models to, you know...model your clothing?), plants and chairs. The store is saying "We're too good to have you look at our stuff on the outside" Maybe it's the pretension that annoys me more. I remember back when I was in high school them being sued for not allowing minorities to work in their store. I guess the exclusive attitude attracts people, even though anyone can come in and buy a pair of jeans.
A looong time ago, a relative actually did buy me an Abercrombie and Fitch shirt (for some reason). It was shoddy and itchy, so I wore it once and then gave it to my brother. We both kept sneaking it in each others closets to get rid of it. Eventually, I donated it to a clothing drive.
Hollister's outside is just...well look.
Too much is going on here, and they all look like this. At least they had the sense to put some mannequins outside so you can see what they're selling, but all the other stuff? It's a giant cluster-fuck of epic proportions! I think the reason they put the mannequins out front at all is because, if you didn't see them, you'd think this was a bonsai store. Although I think bonsai trees are awesome, and that would be a complete let down for me.
But yup, it's good old Old Navy for me. Cheap clothing that gets the job done. And look!
The ability to see into the store!? Windows?! WITCHCRAFT!! Even closed, you can still take a gander inside to see a good amount of merchandise. Look at how intrigued the onlookers are, contemplating their next purchase. Don't you just feel the wholesome comfort of the store? Kind of how clothing should be, comfortable.
But if you want to spend $70 on a pair of pants, go for it! I've made crazy purchases, like Makin' Bacon. Hey, when you're on low-carb, the ability to make many strips of bacon in your microwave is an easy sell!
Well, break's over, time to get back to work.
Warmest regards to you all,
Andy
Umm...moving along. I actually am looking for other work. Not because I'm not making decent money and the job is too stressful. I just want something more. I sent a resume out for a seasonal job at Radio City, for a tour guide position. But the digital age has made online applications...annoying. It's a long shot, but a job at the music hall is a doorway to greater things. There's also a ton of entry-level stuff around, and they're certainly not going anywhere. So I figure I'll stick this job out until I find something...unique!
I went into a Gamestop the other day, because I am apparently ill-resistant to do so whenever I'm in a mall. The phone was off the hook over there, with dozens of people calling about the World of Warcraft expansion. This prompted the clerk to exclaim "Please, for the love of god, tell me you're not here to ask about Wrath of the Lich King!" and I was able to oblige his request. Ironically though, I was buying an expansion pack, but he was so relieved that it wasn't WoW related that he was elated (rhyme!), and he ended up giving me a ton of free stuff. Gamestop is always home to interesting characters, like guys coming in and asking if the WiiFit can only be used on the Wii.
When I'm in a mall though, there's always one section that makes me go "Ugh." That'd be the "trendy" stores, like Abercrombie and Fitch, Hollister and such. Obviously I don't wear anything trendy, and I doubt anything from either of these stores would fit me anyway (although the 'ol diet of mine is working quite well!). I think what bothers me about them are the designs. Take a look at an A&F store.
It's probably the blinds that annoy me. You have to go in to see anything they have on sale, because even by the doorway, there's usually just a wall with a picture of some shirtless male model (wouldn't you want your models to, you know...model your clothing?), plants and chairs. The store is saying "We're too good to have you look at our stuff on the outside" Maybe it's the pretension that annoys me more. I remember back when I was in high school them being sued for not allowing minorities to work in their store. I guess the exclusive attitude attracts people, even though anyone can come in and buy a pair of jeans.
A looong time ago, a relative actually did buy me an Abercrombie and Fitch shirt (for some reason). It was shoddy and itchy, so I wore it once and then gave it to my brother. We both kept sneaking it in each others closets to get rid of it. Eventually, I donated it to a clothing drive.
Hollister's outside is just...well look.
Too much is going on here, and they all look like this. At least they had the sense to put some mannequins outside so you can see what they're selling, but all the other stuff? It's a giant cluster-fuck of epic proportions! I think the reason they put the mannequins out front at all is because, if you didn't see them, you'd think this was a bonsai store. Although I think bonsai trees are awesome, and that would be a complete let down for me.
But yup, it's good old Old Navy for me. Cheap clothing that gets the job done. And look!
The ability to see into the store!? Windows?! WITCHCRAFT!! Even closed, you can still take a gander inside to see a good amount of merchandise. Look at how intrigued the onlookers are, contemplating their next purchase. Don't you just feel the wholesome comfort of the store? Kind of how clothing should be, comfortable.
But if you want to spend $70 on a pair of pants, go for it! I've made crazy purchases, like Makin' Bacon. Hey, when you're on low-carb, the ability to make many strips of bacon in your microwave is an easy sell!
Well, break's over, time to get back to work.
Warmest regards to you all,
Andy