A small story.
In my work in progress, I have a character who was connected to the French Resistance in WW2. It’s not a major sub-plot, but it is important, so I did a lot of research before I wove it in.
Meanwhile, the idea of resistance has become very timely in our current political climate. If you know me at all, you know this is relevant to me, and I don’t shun the labels other people place on me as long as they are true to my core beliefs.
I was shopping the other day, and while making my purchase, I could see some buttons on a shelf behind the cash wrap. So I asked the associate, “What are those buttons?” Because again, if you know me at all…
She handed me one to look at.
Me: What is this for?
Her: The new Star Wars movie.
Me: Oh, of course. May I buy it?
Her: They come with the purchase of the book.
Me: I understand. No worries!
Her: [Dropping my purchases in the bag and giving me an almost wink and a big smile.]
Me: Thank you! [big return smile]
Be very kind to people working retail during the holiday season, because they put up with a lot of rudeness and are exhausted. And never forget, one of them just may be your sister or brother in the Resistance. I knew I’d find this in the bottom of my bag.
Vive la résistance!
I love this … we are on the same page