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An Open-Mouth-Insert-Foot Experience

My husband and I were strolling down the aisles of Central Market the other day enjoying the samples.  We came to a lady promoting and giving out chips and salsa.  “Sure, I’ll try it,” I told her. “Give me the medium.”

“What do you think?” she asked.

“This isn’t hot at all,” I told her.  “Did you say this was popular here?”

“It’s the State Fair winner two years running.”

“Really?  I don’t like it at all,” I said making a face.

“Oh well, thank you for being honest,” she said a little dejected.

“I was raised on Mexican salsa so I’m pretty particular,” was the last thing I said as we walked away.

As soon as we were a safe distance away,  Jason said, “Esther, she was a VENDOR.  She doesn’t work here.  She probably invented the salsa herself!”

Esther

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10 Comments Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged: embarrassing, honest

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  1. Megan says

    October 22, 2010 at 10:10 am

    OH NO! I so appreciate your honesty & as a new momma, I’m learning a lot from your blog & experiences. Thanks Esther!

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  2. Corbie says

    October 22, 2010 at 10:21 am

    That’s funny….I’m stopping by from the Mom Loop. Looking forward to reading your stories.

    Corbie

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  3. Mike says

    October 22, 2010 at 10:25 am

    LOL I can soooo see you saying that! That’s ok I can suffer from the same desease to. One thing I have learned in relationships there is blunt and there is tact and there is the classic no comment smile!

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  4. JDaniel4's Mom says

    October 22, 2010 at 1:29 pm

    Stopping from Mom Loop! Sometimes the words just roll out of my mouth. The vendor probably thought you just needed more experience with her salsa.

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  5. Nancy @ el vigilante says

    October 22, 2010 at 2:52 pm

    Well, no one can say you don’t speak your mind! About salsa, anyway. Maybe you did her a favor — she probably needed more spices in that stuff. 🙂

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  6. Rachel says

    October 22, 2010 at 3:44 pm

    Never know, maybe you helped her develop another brand or style of salsa… constructive criticism can be helpful. VIsiting from Mom Loop’s Follow Friday 🙂

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  7. Ashley says

    October 22, 2010 at 3:44 pm

    lol. At least you explained the growing up in Mexico thing. hehe

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  8. Frieda says

    October 23, 2010 at 11:40 am

    You can be comforted that you’ll probably never see her again. If she just knew you, she’d know you wouldn’t hurt anyone’s feelings on purpose.

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  9. Jersey Diva Mom says

    October 23, 2010 at 7:37 pm

    What? you were being honest. In Jersey, if you’re going to sell a product you need thick skin. People here (esp the northern part of state) pull no punches. I will make you an honorary Jersey Girl ; )

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  10. Avant Garde Parenting says

    October 27, 2010 at 8:48 pm

    Awww. I know exactly how you feel! I say things like that ALL the time. She’s probably heard worse.

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