Today I was a Tour Guide at Work

On my way to lunch break, a mother and 2 students asked me if I knew where D building was. Of course I did, I worked there for 5 years or so. So I told them to follow me and I’ll get them there.

We walked across J lobby and I figured I’d give a tour style guide just to amuse them. Pointing our such great landmarks as the massive monkey stuffed animal in front of the day care center (he’s so awesome), the bookstore, student life center, etc.

Once we got outside They were on their way to D building. Thanking me extensively.

As I was heading back in (still hungry after all), I faintly heard an excuse me sir. I believe it was intended for a co-worker of mine who continued to walk past (not cool if you heard them), so I approached them. They needed to find the Admissions area, that’s where they had parked their car and were now lost.

Again I gave another guide in the direction I’d just come from. The woman with a pace maker needed help carrying books, so I offered and was carrying a big heavy bag as we searched for their car. They were so appreciative for the help, it really did feel good to help them out.

However, they weren’t exactly sure where their car was. So that was a bit of an adventure too. I then gave them directions on how to leave and get back on the Black Horse Pike eastbound.

Today I was a tour guide and it was a pleasant break from web development.