Last summer, I saw someone on the street corner by David’s Burgers wearing a cute little hamburger costume. The figure was small, so I thought it might be a girl, but I couldn’t tell because the costume covered her completely. The character was engaging; however, I wondered how hot that outfit must have been. If the person inside felt the heat, she didn’t show it. She was doing a little dance and waving at the traffic. I wish I’d been able to take her picture, but at rush hour it was impossible.
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| This guy was advertising Halloween costumes |
Since then, I’ve waved at several costumed folks promoting businesses. I don’t know if these characters draw customers. I’ve never run right into a business because of one, but I sure admire the people wearing those getups. That goes especially for the Lady Liberty I saw recently standing outside in freezing temperatures and the sweaty chicken waving on Cantrell Road in front of a gold-buying establishment last summer (Those rubber chicken commercials were the worst! I muted the television and looked away, just on principle.)
When I see an individual willing to dress up in an outlandish rig and wave at passing traffic, I think, “There’s someone who isn’t too proud to work.” It makes me wish I owned a business and could offer him employment with potential for advancement. If I did, you can bet I’d stop and talk to them.
The Liberty Tax Service, located near a traffic light in our town, has a dancing character out front who waves with enthusiasm as we go by. I often wonder if the worker in that garb is paid well. And I also wonder if the advertising pays off for the business.
I like your post, Dorothy. You always come up with interesting thoughts on ordinary subjects and select memorable Bible verses to go with them.
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I appreciate your encouragement, Freeda! I don't think I'd be up to waving from the street corner, so I notice their spunk. I guess if advertising is making people remember your business, it works in that way, but not sure about getting people inside.
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I agree Dorothy. I see a Lady Liberty character on the corner each year too. What a job. I admire people willing to do what it takes to support themselves and their families. So many refuse.
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I'm so grateful for all we have!
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