Friday, October 01, 2010

I was walking down Elm St to the bus terminal yesterday, on my way to school. Enjoying the sunshine, as it's been a while since we've had any lately (they're calling for SNOW tomorrow). An old man on a bike came up behind me on the sidewalk, slowing as he came alongside me. The conversation went something like this:

Old man: I have a skirt at home that I think would fit you. It' s about your size.
me: Oh yeah?
Old man: Would you be interested in having it?
me: Um... I don't know...
Old man: Well, I guess it would be hard to know without actually seeing it.
me: Mhmm...
Old man: Do you go to Tim's much?
me: No, actually. (I have no idea what to say) It might be hard to make arrangements...
Old man: It's a shame. It's a nice skirt, and I don't want to just get rid of it.
me: Sorry, thanks anyway (or some other such awkward mumbling).

And then he rides away on his bike, leaving me rather bewildered. I think that was the most random thing a total stranger has ever said to me. I was a little thrown off, and didn't know how to respond. Sorry sir, I don't really want your skirt. But thanks, anyway.

4 Comments:

Blogger Lesley said...

jill... that is hilarious.

10/01/2010  
Blogger Rachel said...

This story makes me laugh a lot. Out loud.

10/20/2010  
Blogger jordin said...

This is funny.

12/05/2010  
Anonymous Olvie said...

I love it. I think I will retell your story to other people. And make them laugh as well.

12/17/2010  

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