Rewarded Honesty

So from time to time, I make a mistake. On Saturday night I (so) accidentally short-changed a customer ($2!). I felt so so bad so I even walked up to her and apologized for my mistake. She told me she never would have realized and was very appreciative. She then gave me that money back and told me to "keep it" for being honest. Then I felt weird inside.

Why was I being rewarded? I mean isn't this my job, to receive money and count back change effectively? I mean it was nice, and yes, I was stoked, but that really wasn't necessary. So then I started being all philosophy-like and thinking about the world. Shouldn't honesty be expected and not rewarded? Then I started thinking about how nice my sisters at Hot Dog are and how we would never (intentionally) short-change someone and then lie about it. But there are some places that WOULD. Like our neighbors for instance. (Won't name names, but come visit me at Fashion Place;)) I can't tell you how many times people have given me one too many $1 bills because they stuck together or what not and after I have counted it twice, I always give it back to them. How many times have people gotten ripped off because the sales person isn't so honest?

Well, that's enough of that. I'm going to bed because I work and work and work this week! Starting last Friday I work 13 days straaaaight! And two of those days are 14 hour days. But it'll all be ok. Especially when payday(s) roll around.


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STAY HONEST!