Nuts!

An open letter to the proprietors of Stackhouse Bros. Orchards:

You lured me in with the delicious taste of your natural almonds when I sampled your wares at that nice market in Seattle. Many natural -- that is, non-roasted and non-salted -- almonds seem to be flavorless, but yours were delicious. I brought home many bags. Not long afterwards, I ordered a few more bags.

But sadly, our love affair does not seem to be mutual. You see, SBO, the last batch of almonds I have from you are a bit stale, and I would like to order new ones. I've called the phone number on your label several times; no answer. I have left my name and number on your answering machine. Three times. Speaking slowly and clearly, repeating my number twice on each message. You have not called me back.

Under these circumstances, it is difficult for me to continue our relationship. I'd like to buy your products. You seem far less interested in selling them to me. I find this odd, and I hope you can appreciate my disappointment. You are terruble businesspeople, but I suppose your almonds may still be delicious. I only wish it were possible for me to enjoy them.

With frustration,
The Venter