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2nd January. The militant librarians finally reopened their doors at Long Branch Library and with no wallet on the premises it was on to the local and international phone lines to seek a replacement credit card and an emergency cash advance.
Having started out after lunch and with the sun setting on an otherwise beautiful clear day (a fresh minus 11) I am starting to yearn for the Disney queues. I've worn out two phone cards and I think every one of the Mastercard International telephonists knows my voice and reacts with dread! The only positive to come out of this interlude is an unexpected appreciation for the Australian telephone network. It actually compares favourably, even our automated directories are more effective and less annoying. It's been educational. Here's a tip - immediately end a conversation with anyone who you can't understand or who sounds indecisive. Cut your losses, hang up, redial and hope for someone capable.
Having started out after lunch and with the sun setting on an otherwise beautiful clear day (a fresh minus 11) I am starting to yearn for the Disney queues. I've worn out two phone cards and I think every one of the Mastercard International telephonists knows my voice and reacts with dread! The only positive to come out of this interlude is an unexpected appreciation for the Australian telephone network. It actually compares favourably, even our automated directories are more effective and less annoying. It's been educational. Here's a tip - immediately end a conversation with anyone who you can't understand or who sounds indecisive. Cut your losses, hang up, redial and hope for someone capable.
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