i have passed by the Opportunity of a Lifetime. for a mere $498 per person, me and up to 3 traveling companions could have been on our way to a five day stay at a resort in fort lauderdale! plus an all-inclusive two-day cruise to nassau!

but wait, there's more!

for no additional charge, we could also enjoy a free four-day stay at a resort in puerto vallarta! we would only be responsible for our airfare (Vouchers Are Available)! we could enjoy a spa, fitness center, all night buffet, pool-side tiki bar, and more!

i turned the offer down.

i had nothing pressing to do tonight, so i called these people in response to a Special Time-Sensitive Offer i received in the mail. it seems i was Identified and Confirmed to take part in a Prestigious Nationwide Marketing Study and Promotion!

after 45 minutes of hammering Amy and Fred with the toughest questions i could muster, i just wasn't ready to lay out a down-payment on the spot. so now the opportunity is gone with the wind. i did get to put Amy on hold for 5 minutes while i called jules to see if she wanted to go. it gave me some sick satisfaction to turn the tables and put a sales person on hold for once. but i’ve got no vacation to show for it.