A New experience for Mark

Today there wasn't much of a breeze and that makes 102º in the shade hot! But the AC is working great keeping the PM at 81º inside so we are very comfortable.

This morning we went shopping before it got to hot and I couldn't help but notice that most of the store's have free wifi and in their entries they have benches. And the AC running in several stores keeps the entries cool as well.

Hey Haralan your instructor was right. Yesterday I had to stop at the the Social Security office which was an adventure in itself. But I came across a man setting in his car running outside with all the windows open AC blasting. As I passed I could tell he was in his 30s, quite heavy set, really sweating and his breathing labored. So I asked him if he was ok and he smiling said "Oh Yea, I'm just trying to cool this old girl down some before I take off". I smiled thinking how glad I was to only have a small Smart Car to cool instead of his caddy!

I have to admit I have done all my Social Security activities on line until now so I had no idea what to expect entering the building. What an Experience! It was very busy their but the officer standing guard also served as receptionist so after you passed the check for weapons she helped you sign in at the kiosk.

They have monitors running on the front walls in the waiting room that much like in hospitals keeps you apprised as to who is being served by the number your assigned at the kiosk. Giving you an idea of flow.

So even though seating was packed they had all 8 windows open and thru your kiosk sign in you have already been assigned an agent who knows why you are there and has access to your account before hand saving a lot of time.

Also if you need more than what you had requested at the kiosk they are happy to assist you further. Very Friendly!

Something I need to personally get use to is that the main language spoken hear is spanish or at least english spoken with a strong spanish accent which is a work in progress for me to understand. So I felt not to miss my turn I had to stay in view of the monitor which really wasn't the case as all went well.

I do not know if I will ever have a reason to go back there but the experience was impressive. Good Job!

It's Always an Adventure.