TELUS is trying to buy my love
I received a pretty little white box in the mail today from TELUS, my cellphone service provider.
"Happy Anniversary," it said on top.
What anniversary?
I could have sworn I'd signed up in August all those years ago. Had I forgotten our special moment? I worried that TELUS would get mad and deny me service if it found out about my thoughtlessness. I didn't want to be in the dog house.
I opened the box. Inside was a letter and a product that enables me to charge my cellphone via the USB port on my computer. It also has a wall plug adapter.
I was pleasantly surprised. They sent it to me for free. I can use this.
TELUS, baby, you're a sweetheart.
But I'm still leaving you when the iPhone comes to Canada.
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Cool. I got a similar card from Rogers but all they sent me was a free ringtone. Ummm, thanks.
Nice. Over the last few years I have received two gifts … A box of Lindt Chocolates and a wired hands free. I still wondering ‘why’ I was chosen … glad you managed to be ‘chosen’ as well … congrats.
ps. I think I am right beside you in the line up for the iPhone!