for this rampant outbreak of stupidity? I'm noticing more and more that even the simplest of things are becoming more difficult to accomplish. Thanks to people who appear to be afflicted with a supremely terrifying case of stupidity. Just yesterday, I went through a drive-thru and ordered, quite distinctly, one large cherry Coke and one small Sprite. This, to me, did not appear to be a tall order. Nothing taxing here, not even a complicated sandwich order. Just two beverages. One large, one small. When I got to the window, the girl looked at me blankly and asked, "That was one diet cherry Coke?" I said, with probably a little more disgust than was warranted, "Nooooo, a large cherry Coke and a small Sprite." Hadn't we just done this bit? I truly hate having to repeat my order. I take such pains to make sure I don't rattle off fifteen different variations of items that I really would hope that the person on the other end of the line is listening and comprehending. And where the hell do they pull this "diet" crap from? Does the word "large" even sound like the word "diet?" I don't think so.
Obviously, my expectations are too high.
Just a tiny rant for this lovely Tuesday morning...have a nice day.
Where I've Been...
Listen to my interview on the Jeffery S. Miller show.
Listen to my interview on Calling All Authors.
Listen to my interview on the Let's Just Talk w/Kathryn Raaker.
Listen to my interview on Radio Free Baxter.
Where I'll Be...
After a short break in the summer, I'll be at the following locations:
8/11/09 Allen Park Public Library, Allen Park, MI 6:30 p.m.
Looking for something entertaining for your library or bookstore patrons? Looking for a fun way to spend a couple of hours? Do you love mysteries? Then you need to schedule a
Tea & Mystery event for your library or bookstore! The fee is minimal and the presentation is fun and informative! Attendees will be given the chance to win great prizes and share their thoughts about the mystery genre and their favorite mystery writers!
E-mail me today at
lonestoryteller@yahoo.com for details on how to set up your
Tea & Mystery event!
Reviews for Rebecca Benston
“You'll find yourself looking forward to more stories from the files of Rona Shively.”
Michelle Shealy, Reviewer for MyShelf.com
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“Rebecca Benston has written a detective with plenty of suspense…I hope there will be a sequel…”
Annick, Reviewer for Euro-Reviews
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“The story is good, the plotting great. Rebecca Benston draws you into the story from the first page. Read the book.”
Lucille P. Robinson, An Alternative Read
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“Rebecca Benston’s twists, turns, and descriptions are utterly engaging.”
Tracy, Fallen Angel Reviews
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“In The Wash is like a 1930’s film noir detective story that had a modern, edgy twist and a female lead.”
Janet Davies, Once Upon a Romance Reviews
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“Under Lock and Key is an enjoyable, fun book! Rona Shively is a delightful character. I loved her off-beat, quirky personality and her outstanding sense of humor.”
Connie Harris, MyShelf.com
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“Talented author Rebecca Benston shows the reader just how complicated life can get suddenly and how people you thought you knew, aren't who you thought they were.”
Anne K. Edwards, Mysteryfiction.net
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