An Open Letter To That Thoughtful Verizon Wireless Sales Associate

Dear Thoughtful Verizon Wireless Sales Associate,

I know the chances are slim to none that you will ever see this, but I have to try. Ever since our encounter in the mall this evening I’ve done nothing but think about what you said. I may have come accross as disinterested, even perturbed, but I just wasn’t myself.

Looking back I can’t believe how rude and thoughtless I was, telling you I wasn’t interested and just walking away in the middle of your sentence like that. And after you took the time to step out in front of me as I passed by, deep in conversation with my wife. I was so wrapped up in my own life that, to be totally honest, I just wasn’t thinking about wireless service. I’m only human. There I was, just focusing on what I was doing and what I was going to do next. There’s no way around it. I am a monster.

I really had no reason to be angry with you. I mean, what were you supposed to do? Wait for me to actually become interested in Verizon Wireless and approach you of my own free will? Hah! That might have taken forever! Your carpe diem attitude toward cell phone propogation should inspire us all. But I blew it. 

And now I’m paying for it. The mall is closed. You’re off your shift. And here I sit – stewing in my own regret. Your words torment me: “Can I interest you in a wireless package that fits your lifestyle?” Yes! Yes! Oh, yes! Would that I could have that moment back. That I could have one more chance to see your grinning face again and tell you what I’ve been telling you in my mind all night long: THAT I AM READY TO TALK ABOUT FREE-UP!!

I know I don’t deserve another chance, and I probably won’t get one. I mean, what are the chances that I’ll go back to the mall another day and just happen to find a wireless telephone salesman roaming the halls? I should be so lucky. 

So to you, Thoughtful Verizon Wireless Sales Associate, I bid goodnight, wherever you are. May the next shopper you approach be less self-invested. May he be a better man than me. O God, save me.

Sincerely,
Josh Way