Laughter is a powerful and universal human experience that has the remarkable ability to lift our spirits, connect us with others, and even offer potential health benefits. In recent years, scientists have delved into the fascinating realm of humor and laughter, discovering their ability to alleviate discomfort and potentially contribute to the fight against disease. So let’s take a wonderful journey into the world of laughter as we explore the science behind it and share a light-hearted story that’s sure to put a smile on your face.
No credit can be given to me for this amusing anecdote. It was emailed to me and as far as I know, its origin is unknown. Still, I found it pretty funny and I hope you do too.
Here it is: “So I’m scanning and bagging my nearly $300 worth of items at Walmart as an employee who wants $15 an hour of ‘monitoring’ and then this happened.
Why do you wrap all your groceries twice, Her?
Please excuse me.
You’re wasting our bags, Her!
Me: Feel free to come here and pack the goods yourself if you don’t like how I pack them.
She – it’s not my responsibility!
Me: If it’s okay with you, I’ll pack my groceries however I want.
Why are you using two bags, Her?
I — because I don’t want the handles to break or the bottoms to rip out and the bags are fragile.
She said, “Well, that’s because you stuff the sack too full.” You wouldn’t need a double bag if you took half of these things out and put them in a new bag.
I just stared at her for ten seconds.
You want me to split these products in half and put the other half in a different bag so I don’t have to double pack them, so I’ll do that.
exact — from her.
I would still need two bags to store the same amount of goods, so I would.
Her answer was “no” because you wouldn’t be double bagging. I try to stop the twitching in my left eye by pressing two fingers on it.
Me: “Okay, so here I have a two-bag milk jug and a juice bottle.” Even if I take out the milk, remove the double bag, and simply put the juice and milk in the same bag, I will still be using two bags for these two items.
She replied, “No, you don’t pack them twice, so it’s not the same amount of bags.” I turn to face the ten or so other patrons who are just joining in on the fun.
I keep hearing about Common Core math, is it similar?
Her- forget it; you just don’t understand.
She then went back to her little stage to continue writing messages, playing games on her phone, or whatever she was doing before she decided to come and comment on my bagging skills.
This story serves as a reminder of the funny and often confusing interactions that can occur in everyday life. It’s a testament to the diverse personalities and perspectives that make our world a fun and unpredictable place.
As we reflect on this funny anecdote, let’s embrace the joy of laughter and the power it has to brighten our days and strengthen our connection to one another. Whether it’s a funny story from Walmart or a shared moment of hilarity with friends and family, laughter is the gift that keeps on giving, offering lighthearted moments as well as potential health benefits.
In conclusion, let us remember that we must find humor every day, share laughter with those around us, and continue to explore the fascinating world of humor and its positive impact on our lives. After all, a good laugh is a universal language that transcends borders and brings people together in a spirit of joy and camaraderie.
I GO TO THE TELLER, AND THE TELLER DESERVES THE PAY CHEQUE, ANYONE STANDING AROUND, AND PLAYING ON HER PHONE SHOULD BE FIRED WITH NO PAY CHEQUE, AS SHE IS NOT DOING ANYTHING, THEY SHOULD NOT HAVE THEIR PHONE WHILE ON THE JOB,