"Honey, why do we have to work today? (I can call him honey and it's not perceived as harassment. If I say, "Honey give me money." that he feels is harassment.) but, I digress..."

I told him that today was Saturday, and not only that, it was the start of a 3 day holiday weekend. (thank you Columbus) We should take advantage of the 3 days and go on a mini vacation.

He said, "We have to work so when you harass me with your 'Honey, I need money.' I have money to give you."


It's not easy working for the boss man. Of course, it's probably not easy supporting the blonde either.

"Columbus Day is a holiday celebrating the anniversary of the October 12, 1492 arrival of Christopher Columbus to the Americas. Unlike the earlier visitors, Columbus aggressively popularized his discoveries and arranged for return voyages. The first Columbus Day celebration was held in 1792, when New York City celebrated the 300th anniversary of his landing in the New World."


"Gold is most excellent; gold constitutes treasure; and he who has it does all he wants in the world, and can even lift souls up to Paradise."
Christopher Columbus, 1503 letter to the king and queen of Spain.


So, THAT'S the reason behind holiday sales - gold for the queen and her king!