Day 53

Title: Take The Product

I tried to explain to Ally about how objects are transparent to certain wavelengths of light but opaque to others. I don't think she enjoyed the conversation as much as I did.

On another note:

altruism n. Instinctive cooperative behavior that is detrimental or without reproductive benefit to the individual but that contributes to the survival of the group to which the individual belongs; syn: selflessness

Amen.

I made some girls sitting at one of my tables today so damn happy. I just asked my colleagues where a nearby consignment shop is for them (Buffalo Exchange, corner of Walnut & 17th next to the now closed 7-11), and they appreciated that I went around asking for them so much more than I would have ever expected. It wasn't that big of a deal, but they made a huge one out of the gesture. They gave me a 50% tip. Then I gave a transient about $2 in loose pocket change that I would have never used for anything anyway. That guy was so surprised when I stopped after he asked if I had a spare dollar. Hell, dude, I have an extra $450 in my bank that I don't know what to do with, I think I can spare a dollar. It's amazing how some people are so receptive to other people's kindness, while others will continue being grumpy no matter how hard you try to lighten their mood.

I don't usually do this, but today's song is Come Downstairs and Say Hello by the one and only Guster. Listen to that shit. Be fucking happy.