On December 25, 2009, I woke up at 6 am and went to the public laundry room at my APT. We have 3 washers and 3 driers there. There, I put quarters on all the machines. And I left a Christmas card. So, the first person to use the laundry room on Christmas day would get a wash and dry on me.
That card in the picture was from Costco.
A week went by. And it was my turn to use the laundry room. And I saw this note.
I felt very good. This happy feeling was definitely worth of money. Actually, I spent so little money to have this much satisfaction.
I didn’t even know who wrote that note, but that was the point, doing something to people I don’t even know…
I don’t think the other person knew me as well. I didn’t give my APT number on the Christmas card.
I used to hate couples figure skating. It was boring. Anyway, I was checking out Winter Olympics the other day. They showed the couple’s figure skating. As I was watching the couple’s routine, I got teary eyes. It was beautiful and touching.
I fear teenagers.
When I was younger, holidays such as Christmas, Easter, and Thanksgiving meant little. Now, I am more into the spirit of the season. Now I wear Santa’s hat during Christmas time. I have a green hat for St. Patrick’s day. I exchanged gifts on Valentine’s Day. I try to be cozy and friendly with the surrounding people. Change of season means a lot to me now. Holidays are beautiful.
* I thought I would grow old to appreciate classical music. But, no. I still hate classical music.
* 6th Costco Shopping this year, 3rd time this month.
I bought things that are absolutely needed. I am spending less money this year.
A carbon Monoxide Detector is a life-savor. You must own one.
Kirkland Signature’s pepper (with a built-in grinder) is a very good price at $3.99. If you go elsewhere, you will find a cheap grinder for $15-$20. And they don’t even have any peppers in them.
I believe any razor that takes a battery provides superior shaving results. (update 2021 – I am still using this razor after 11 years.)
At the checkout, I handed in my rebate check. They gave me a $91.34 change in cash.
* 5th Costco Shopping this year, 2nd time this month.
First of all, I had 4 hours of sleep last night. I was struggling to stay awake at work. I had to take an ephedrine pill to get me going (I bought them before they became illegal).
I did 3 loads of laundry after work. Then I went to Costco.
I am doing very well with saving money. I didn’t buy anything expensive. I didn’t buy any toys. All my food items have low fat & they are good for me. I bought Jose’s Coffee ($8.89) instead of Starbucks ($19.99).
I spent $75.49. But the gas pushed my grand total over $100.00.
Finally, at 9 pm, I went to the kitchen to make dinner.
Now I have a mountain of clean laundry to fold.
I went to Costco tire center for free tire maintenance. There, I saw a gentleman waiting for his car. We started to chat.
First, we talked about how many miles we drive. Then we talked about where we like to drive to. We talked about the lobster buffet at Chumash Casino. He bragged about his son and his business. I knew the area where his son’s business was, so we talked about the beautiful scenery in that area. We were talking about nothing but fun stuff (food, relatives, beautiful scenery…)
Then another gentleman (I’ll call him the “new guy”) walked in.
After a few minutes, the new guy opened his mouth. “What nationality are you?” he asked the gentleman. The gentleman revealed he was from Middle-East. And the new guy proceeded to grill the gentleman.
The new guy started by stating that he’d been to Egypt and some parts of Asia. Then he continued talking…
“Your country’s religion focuses on…. blah blah”
“Your country’s war changed… blah blah”
“Obama’s view on middle East is… blah blah”
The new guy walked in and sucked out the fun. Then he put the gentleman in the hot seat that he didn’t ask for. The gentleman was in defensive mode, explaining his position. But, according to the new guy, he knew Middle-East better than the gentleman who is actually from the Middle-East.
I walked away from that area because I didn’t want the new guy to think I was enjoying the conversation. I didn’t want him to think I was impressed. But, in fact, I was disgusted. What was wrong with this guy?
I felt sorry for the gentleman. Luckily, the conversation only lasted about 10 minutes. The gentleman’s car was ready.
I could have used an “ASS” stamp from Conan O’Brien show on the new guy.
