Friday, December 23, 2011

Holiday Greetings

I'm feeling pressured by my junk email. It started about a month ago. At first the subject lines were fairly innocuous, containing vaguely helpful suggestions. Since then, it has slowly degenerated into comments that covey an increasing sense of panic. Is it because I have chosen to ignore their helpful advice? Are they feeling the stress of the holiday season?

Actual subject lines from my emails this month:
   "Product Recommendations for you"
   "Wishing You Happy Shopping"
   "Need Help Shopping?"
   "Gifts For Everyone!"
   "Don’t Miss Out!"
   "Sale Ends Soon!"
   "Don’t Miss Your Last Chance!"
   "It’s Almost the LAST MINUTE!"
   "Sale ENDS TODAY!"
   "HURRY!"
   "FINAL HOURS!"
   "WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO GET THROUGH TO YOU!!???" (Ok, I made this last one up)

At the risk of losing their friendship, they can pressure me all they want, but they don't know who they're dealing with.

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