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That is the number of vehicles I wrote up last night... In an 8-hour shift. Now, mind you, I did take both of my breaks, so I really only worked the door for 7 hours. But still, that's 6 cars per hour... And I can guarantee you that there were at least two 45-minute stretches of time where I didn't receive a single vehicle. I can tell you this with confidence because of my new watch. And because of the depth of conversation I was able to have with the security guard... They'll all despise me soon enough. Well, I might have one who will still like me. But, he wasn't at that post last night. Ha!
An average of 10 minutes between cars is a little on the boring side. Friday might even be worse because I'll be on the slow side. AND no security guards there to bother talk to.

The first time I looked at my watch out of boredom was at 3:37AM. Might think that's not too bad -- almost half-way through the shift -- but I'd only been back from break for 16 minutes. Then time just sloooooooowed down for the next 4 hours. I'm sure I'll get used to it soon. Or, I'll go crazy. Eh, who are we kidding, we all know I'm already crazy! ;]

Positive: a few guests already recognize me. One of them even gave me a hug last night. Aww....
Another: I made tips both nights so far, enough to cover what we're expected to make (read: I made the amount they take out taxes for). That's kind of my nightly goal I guess.
Last: A few of the runners made a point to say they were glad I was on their shift and they liked working with me -- so far. AND a few of my old day shift guys said they missed me. [Insert warm fuzzy feels here]

Here's to hoping tonight is busy! Check back soon for more mumblings.
~A