Sunday, October 26, 2008

free gifts

"Mr. Crockett, I'm calling because you entered a contest to win a barbeque grill. "

(sigh)

"I didn't win the grill did I?"

"No, I'm here to tell you that you've won a free gift! We have  a three day, two night stay at Las Vegas, Nevada or in Anaheim California. This vacation is yours without any obligation. Which would you like?"

"Uhh... I guess Anaheim, my wife likes Disneyland."

"Great! To pick up your free gift, we would like to invite you to attend a short presentation from Travelguys incorporated, you do not have to purchase anything to receive this free gift! How does that sound?! When can we pencil you in?"

"Uhh... I guess I'm free on the... "

*Click*

We went to one of these presentations once for the free vacation, and never ended up using the travel voucher. Lame. I wish I could win a grill, but just end up getting endless calls by people who want to scam me. It isn't worth it. 

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