Deadlines, Suspenses, and being Prompt

Sorry, it's another popcorn post. This job wasn't supposed to be this frustrating! (But somehow, deep down, I knew it would be.) It's time to collect money...granted, never an easy task. Why is it so hard to meet a deadline? The deadline was clearly stated. I'll be tracking people down all week! I'm irritated by people who can't get things in on time...or who choose not to...or those who plead ignorance...or those who just think it doesn't matter...or those who truly have no clue (nor a bag to hold that clue in).

Maybe being a military spouse for 19 years has caused this. Husband is always meeting suspenses. It is frowned upon if he doesn't meet them. Any military spouse can confirm. He's spent many late nights at the office so things can be turned in on time. Any military spouse can tell you the same story.

But, no, this can't be the issue. "Why?" you ask. BECAUSE EVERYONE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PACK IS MILITARY!

Maybe that's why it makes me so angry. All of these people should know about deadlines and suspenses. It shouldn't matter if it's a suspense for your job, or for a friend, or for scouts, or for whatever organization you belong to. Being prompt is part of having integrity and courtesy and I believe those things should be a part of everyday life.

Thanks to those of you who turned in your popcorn money on time!

But I Have To Go Pick Up Popcorn

Another one of those opportunities I had to say "NO" but went ahead and said "YES." This year, I finally got roped into being (I mean, I volunteered to be) our Pack's Popcorn Colonel/Kernel. I know, I know, it's a catchy title! Who doesn't want to have that kind of authority? With the job came a special t-shirt, some great posters, some cheesy prizes and the responsibility of making sure our Pack earns enough money to run a year-long program. No pressure.