Sat Dec 07, 2019 9:02 pm by nikkinutshop
Yesterday, I was reminded about the MAC Tools guy who frequented my workplace. He was truly a gentleman. Suddenly and without warning, he got very sick and was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He and I had become good friends and when his wife called to say her husband had died, it hit me very hard.
After the celebration of life, the wife asked if I might be able to collect the outstanding debts from our shop. I agreed and one of the other mechanics offered to help. The collection went really well, mostly. There were few jerks who said "F" it, "he is dead and I aint paying." The other mechanic and I managed to get all but a few hundred of the multiple thousand dollar debt collected. We divided the outstanding balance between the two of us and forwarded a cheque and invoice to the widow for the full amount.
These jerks are the loudest, proudest and always show up for the free beer at any union event. I have to admit this played a small part in my not going to the Union Xmas event yesterday.
Good news travels fast and lasts. It has been 15 years since I retired. I have called both SnapOn and MAC for tools and/or repair service as late a few months ago. I have offered to meet them in their route. These guys always show up at my shop, just because. I get the best trinkets and freebees.
Just be responsible.
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- Therapy, home service.
I would rather have tools I do not need than to need tools I do not have
Artificial intelligence is no match for real stupidity....