On 03/07/2013 10:06 AM, graham wrote:
> "Gary" > wrote in message ...
>> George Leppla wrote:
>>>
>>> It is a shame that we as a society have become so
>>> cynical that we can't even accept good wishes from a stranger (no matter
>>> what their motivation).
>>
>> A good comment is a good comment. I don't look behind the lines.
>> I often stop at a convenience store on the way home.
>> Most times I get, "Thank you and have a nice day."
>> I usually respond, "Thanks. It'll a nice day now - I'm on the way home."
>>
> The latest seems to be: "Have an excellent day!"
> Graham
>
>

Once, some checkout clerk said to me "Have an awesome day!" I don't see
much sincerity in that. Rather, it sounds like a joke. I usually answer
such mouthings with "Thanks, I have other plans."

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And get off my lawn!