In Japan, Door to Door Sales are still common. The Door to Door Sales people are always so kind and patient. They are out there rain or shine, so I try to be kind. I usually just nod and answer with a polite refusal. If someone comes to my door selling newspaper subscriptions, it's easy to say "No". I am not a newspaper reader. Would I like to join their group? Another easy "No". Would I like to sign up for their service? Let me just say, "No".
When it comes to food sales reps though, I can't form that same one syllable word. Instead, my pupils dilate as I peruse their basket of goodies or the menu in hand. And without hesitation, I have committed to a weekly delivery of food. It wouldn't be so bad, except that, it means I have to be home at the decided time. Also, it puts a dent in my budget because I just end up over-spending. I wish I could say "No Thank You" as easily as I can write it. A couple of months ago, I ended the food delivery account with Yakult.
Today, as I was finishing up my recent Print listing for my Gallery Juana.etsy shop, the doorbell rang. Oh, I was excited because I thought it might be the mailman with my latest etsy purchase. My next thought was, egad, I look a mess! I opened the door to find the Yakult sales rep. She had a free drink for me and several fliers with up-coming sales. I was thinking I really don't have the money to do this. Oh, but these delicious drinks are on sale! So the delivery is set for next week and the following week. I am hopeless.
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i can recall door to door salespeople when i was growing up. they sold food, encyclopedias, gadgets. although my relatives found it annoying (well sometimes...like you they didn't pass up on the food!), i thought it was fascinating. don't see 'em as much anymore.
Missed you..
Food is definitely comforting.
thanks everyone for dropping by.
Paz