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I Just Work Here": The Retail Struggle is Real

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Hey everyone, Let me paint you a picture: you're standing behind the counter, ringing up the 1,000th item of the day, when suddenly a customer barrels towards you with the fury of a thousand Karen memes. They’re outraged—no, indignant—about the price of a can of beans. You look at them with the calmness of a seasoned retail warrior and think to yourself, "I just work here." This, my friends, is the essence of retail life, perfectly captured by our beloved Spongebob Squarepants. If you've ever donned a uniform and faced the public, you know this scenario all too well. Allow me to take you on a hilarious journey through the common grievances of the retail world, inspired by this iconic image. **The Blame Game: Prices and Beyond** Customer: "Why is this item so expensive? This is outrageous!" Me: *internally* "Ah yes, let me just consult with the pricing gods." Me: *externally* "I’m really sorry, ma’am, but I don’t set the prices. I just work her...