Closing Time
About 20 minutes ago I just returned from my last shift at the convenience store. Although we normally close at midnight, the past two nights have seen the doors locked at 11:00 PM.
As much as we got business by word of mouth, people were still surprised to discover we were going out of business. There were a few last minute customers tonight, which delayed only slightly the inevitable.
I spent the last nine days with closing responsibilities. Long nights with little to do at times. Marking time. Sometimes it seems like a death watch.
As a small token of the owner's appreciation, I was able to take home about $40 worth of groceries for free. It will come in handy.
Somewhat sad right now. Reality gently tapped me on the shoulder as I was working.
Once again, I join the ranks of the unemployed.
A new trial begins.
Definitely walking by faith and not by sight.
As much as we got business by word of mouth, people were still surprised to discover we were going out of business. There were a few last minute customers tonight, which delayed only slightly the inevitable.
I spent the last nine days with closing responsibilities. Long nights with little to do at times. Marking time. Sometimes it seems like a death watch.
As a small token of the owner's appreciation, I was able to take home about $40 worth of groceries for free. It will come in handy.
Somewhat sad right now. Reality gently tapped me on the shoulder as I was working.
Once again, I join the ranks of the unemployed.
A new trial begins.
Definitely walking by faith and not by sight.
posted by Ron Rolling at 10:35 PM
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