Ah! I love the first clear day after it rains! The sky is clear, the air is fresh! I went out today and regretted not bringing my camera. I could see all the way to the local mountains and even the buildings of downtown Los Angeles. Went out shopping and stopped to get gas first. I gave the attendant a $20 and told him I was using pump #7. I figured that the car would take about 8-9 gallons, as the needle was on "E". Suddenly, the pump started slowing down and $6.80.... What? Then, it stopped at $7.00. Oh oh!!! I had asked for pump number 7!!!! He had taken my $20 and set it to put $7.00 in the tank. Fortunately, he believed me as it was my word against his. (The station was quite busy and I wasn't sure if he would remember or not.) Then, I went to Costco and, I think, so did half the county of Los Angeles. After finding a space in the boondocks, and battling through the crowds in the store, (Another pet peeve: parents who let the kids run around a crowded store unsupervised!!!), I managed to get everything I needed and get back home. On a day like today, battling traffic, crowded stores and forgetful gas station attendants doesn't seem as bad as other days! :-)
Posted by Valkyre at November 10, 2002 05:31 PM