"All words are symbols that represent unspeakable realities. Which is also why words are magical." (Donald Miller tweet)

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

a little too personal

I had to whip out to a bank machine this morning. No time to go to my usual, no-fee one. Just run to the one on the corner, and pay the extra $1.25.

Took out my $20.

Got my card back.

And then the machine in the wall displayed this message:

"It has been our pleasure to serve you. Have a nice day."

I thought that was a little over-the-top creepy, personally.

Who is the "we" of "our"?

And how has this machine derived pleasure from my transaction?

And most importantly, do I have to add this machine to my Christmas card list?