In the world of banking, the people on the front lines of the industry are known as tellers. These are the people who are expected to help customers with all of their day to day banking needs. It is often a thankless and miserable position to hold. These are their stories. These are their legends… … Continue reading The Return of the Girl in the White SUV
Author: peckapalooza
Why Rice Krispies Treats Are the Perfect Snack
Rice Krispies Treats. There's a good chance you're drooling right now just thinking of them. Be honest if you are. Just try to keep it off the keyboard. Salivation really isn't good for the hardware. The Rice Krispies Treat is an easy thing to make. You take some Rice Krispies (and it's gotta be the … Continue reading Why Rice Krispies Treats Are the Perfect Snack
Cubicle Crush
She just sat there minding her own business. She didn't know that Alex was sitting in the cubicle across from hers, awkwardly gazing in her direction. Maybe that's because she was actually doing her job. Meanwhile, Alex leaned on his hand with a goofy expression on his face. He was like a kid in school … Continue reading Cubicle Crush
Embarrassing or Entertaining?
Imagine that you're in a restaurant. You're there with a decent sized group of friends or family. You're all having a great time. You're talking and sharing stories and laughing at a reasonable volume. In a crowded restaurant, no one is drawing attention to you or your table. It's a pleasant afternoon or evening out. … Continue reading Embarrassing or Entertaining?
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: A Top Ten List
For those of you who may be unaware, I have a deep and abiding love for Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Part of me would like to say that this is merely limited to a mild crush on Sarah Michelle Gellar, but that's just not it. In my humble opinion, it's a brilliant TV show. Thanks … Continue reading Buffy the Vampire Slayer: A Top Ten List
Close to Home
I'm a creature of habit. I dare say most of us are, whether we like to admit it or not. Growing up in Roanoke, Virginia, it seemed that we always had two choices for local news and weather. There was the NBC affiliate, WSLS-10, or the CBS affiliate, WDBJ-7. In our house, it was always … Continue reading Close to Home
Don’t Send In the Clowns
I know I recently posted an old commercial that featured a really scary clown. Well, a friend was kind enough to point me in the direction of these old gems. Enjoy. Or... you know... cower in fear... like I'll be doing over here in the corner as I hold tight to my security blanket.
You’d Think I’d be Used to It By Now
I go through this every year. The school year begins again and I'm forced to readjust my sleep schedule. I constantly have to convince myself that it's a good idea to go to bed early because I know I have to get up early the next day. But I'm not sleepy at 10:00 p.m. That … Continue reading You’d Think I’d be Used to It By Now
Going on a Job Hunt: Addendum
In considering yesterday's blog post about seeking another job, it occurred to me that there's another very large reason why I would like employment elsewhere. And that is because I'm certain that, if I am forced to continue making the drive every day on these back country roads where there are no apparent rules but … Continue reading Going on a Job Hunt: Addendum
Going on a Job Hunt
Kids, I'm torn. Throughout my life, the only times I've ever sought a change in employment has been when I've become unhappy with my situation. As things are currently, I'm not unhappy with my position. In fact, I still love my job. There are certain aspects of the job that frustrate me, but show me … Continue reading Going on a Job Hunt
