Aug. 16, 2006 - A Trip to Wal-Mart
Last night, one of my friends' husband called. Her birthday is Friday- she's turning 40. He asked if I'd bake her a Barbie cake like I did for my daughter this year. I said sure.
So- about 11 AM today, I decided to go to Wal-Mart and pick up a few things I needed for the cake. I knew I was pushing the limits with my dear children- they'd want lunch soon, but hey, I only needed a few things. We ran through Wal-mart, got our things and went through the self check-out.
My kids were starting to get antsy, especially my middle child. I sent my oldest to get everyone a Sprite out of the Coke machine- and to get me a Dr. Pepper. I love Dr. P's- but don't have them often. This was a real treat!
Some how, I dropped my check card as I was paying. It slid between the conveyor belt and the cabinet. There was no way to get it. I had to get help. The lady told me to just cancel the card and get a new one. But I asked for a manager. (My husband works at the bank, I probably should have called him and followed the lady's advice. Read on- you'll see why!)
The manager says they can shut down that check out lane and take the thing apart and retrieve my card, but it will take a little while. He goes to get a screw driver while I open every one's drinks. As soon as he returns, I open my Dr. P. It spewed all over the guy. I mean every where. We were both drenched!
The lady cashier went for paper towels and my 11 yo is trying to die from embarrassment. The manager, still wet with my drink, is in the floor taking apart the whole unit. He finally gets it apart- and there sits my card!
He said that had never happened before. Doesn't surprise me- my life has never been 'ordinary!' So- 2 hours later, we are just getting home from a trip that should have taken about 45 minutes. My hands are still sticky. And my son is still laughing. On the way to the car I felt led to sing, This is the day that the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it!' I am not sure the manager of Wal-Mart is singing it with me, however!
My heart has been heavy lately. I've felt oppressed and overcome with sadness. I am thankful that God sees fit to bring laughter into our lives to remind of His joy. He sets a song in my mouth. I will choose to praise Him!
Psalm 126
Thanksgiving for Return from Captivity.
A Song of Ascents.
1When the LORD (A)brought back the captive ones of Zion,
We were (B)like those who dream.
2Then our (C)mouth was filled with laughter
And our (D)tongue with joyful shouting;
Then they said among the nations,
"The LORD has (E)done great things for them."
3The LORD has done great things for us;
We are (F)glad.
Comments
Aug. 16, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by kateyz
Your story made me laugh. I wish more people could see the humor in things like this, rather than getting frustrated and mad! Bless you for sharing!
Aug. 16, 2006 - Oh dear
Posted by OurLittleSchoolRoom
I think I would die of mortification. Who would think something like that would happen.
Glad you can laugh about it now. Hope something happens to encourage you even more.
Blessings,
Karen
Aug. 17, 2006 - Laughter is a great thing
Posted by blessed2bamommy
So glad the Lord gave you something to chuckle about and that you could find the humor in the situation. Knowing you makes this story even better because I can picture all of it!!!
So how did the cake turn out? I didn't know you made cakes. You'll have to share pictures sometime!
Praising Him,
Kim
Aug. 17, 2006 - You Are Singing My Song...
Posted by JacqueDixonSoulRestES
Thankful with you that Our God is FAITHFUL and remembers us when we need a laugh or a solace or just that yummy Dr. Pepper - ok, maybe you didn't get to drink it, but you did feel that joy momentarily!
Anyway, Thank you for the sweet comments on the Front Porch!
Many Blessings!
Jacque
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Aug. 18, 2006 - Whew!
Posted by Sonya
Lori,
What a funny but exasperating experience! What struck me the most is what lessons you taught your children through that ordeal.
1) Perseverance. You stayed and waited for your card despite having 3 hungry kids in tow, the manager having to take apart a machine AND the cashier telling you to cancel the card and get another one (isn't that just like our "throwaway" society?)
2) Rejoice through difficulty. You showed your children that in trying, difficult (and even embarassing) situations that we can and should rejoice in the Lord always. He is good ALL the time! Amen? :-)
Thanks for sharing this story with us Lori, what a great example you are.
Blessings,
Sonya
Aug. 19, 2006 - Yes, laughter is good ..
Posted by OurHappyFamily
Very good. And that totally made me laugh!
Glad you got your card back.
And you are going to bake and decorate a cake after all that? I used to bake all of our birthday cakes but I'm finding that SuperWalMart or Sam's Club do a fine enough job ...........
Aug. 20, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by MamaMary
OH My Goodness! WHAT a DAY!? I love reading your blog. You are a natural writer. I laughed, gasped and held my breath as I read thru your day! I love your Psalm! God bless you beloved in Christ!
Mary (Arnold)
Jan. 30, 2008 - What a Nice Manager!
Posted by CreativeLearning
Thanks for sharing your not so ordinary Day!!!!
MeritK
