I had an interesting epiphany at Starbucks yesterday. The place was insane. At least ten people were working instead of the usual four. The place was as clean as I've ever seen it. There were samples everywhere. Baristos (what I've taken to calling a male barista) were wearing ties beneath their aprons. Tableside service was offered to customers who didn't feel like walking to the counter. I'm pretty sure there was a dude back there whose sole job was to pump vanilla syrup.
The valet who parked my car tipped me.
(I only made that last part up.)
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I found out what was going on. Turns out the Senior VP of US Operations for Starbucks Corp. was stopping by for a visit. Because a bigshot was coming, I received a free brownie, a cleaner store, and a better experience than I usually get. They impress him (or her) by doing extra for me.
If we knew Jesus would be dropping by to visit us, we'd probably do a few things differently. But the best way to impress him might just be to treat the people around us better. And that's a goal that's worth pursuing no matter what.
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That'll preach!
-Michelle
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