Bless you for looking at the glass as half full not half empty.
When I was in Chapel Hill, NC last week, there were three of the loveliest ladies that helped me in the mst fabulous LQS I have been in in a long time. One of them was more than happy to keep my DH busy yakking about veterans and such while she sewed blocks. They were an absolute delight.
I was in our local quilt store this past week and overheard the owner helping a women on the phone who wanted to order some fabric via his Website, but didn't know if the color was right. He told her he would send her a yard, and if she liked it, then she could order more. If she did not like it, then either way, she did not have to pay for the yard of fabric he sent.
Also, while in the Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Durham area, we met the nicest folks and were treated well by all we came in contact with. They made our trip very enjoyable and I will want to return to the area because of it.
The ladies at the Hancock fabrics wer great to talk with too. Even though the clerk waiting on me was under 20, she was able to converse well, cut correctly, and be pleasant at the same time. We talked college talk and she was encouraging me for being in school and learning and likewise, I encouraged her to take her time deciding on a major, have fun, but study hard. Delightful!
When we take the time to look for thegood in everything, when we appreciate what we have, and not sweat teh small stuff, life is more enjoyable. Thanks for reminding us to not be so harsh on our fellow 'man'.
PS - Carping? Let me think about it.