I was shopping at Joseph Beth bookstore today for some books and such for vacation. The cashier who rang me up asked, “How are you doing.” I am sure I was supposed to answer with the canned, “Fine.” But instead I said, “Not so hot. I am on my way to the doctor — I have a sinus infection.”

And do you know what he said?

“Well, at least you won’t go hungry.”

Think about that. It’s nasty.

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