“Even I drank the Kool-Aid”

 In my travels, I get to meet a variety of people with incredible stories to share.  This series focuses on the rare glimpses I get into other people’s lives. These stories are meant to be observations and thought-provoking, and not in anyway a judgment or criticism.

“Did I ever tell you about when I worked at #######?” Her silhouette asked as the sun beamed through the window behind her.  

I nod, politely, curious where this is going. 

“Yeah, it’s a big company, ya know?” She continued. “I started in customer service, then was in charge of a team.

”You didn’t have a life; you were expected to work on holidays and weekends... everyone did it.” 

She was lost in the moment. Reminiscing on her past life as if those were the glory days. 

“I worked for  ####### for seventeen years, but now it’s time to spend more time with my family. 

 “That’s partly why I’m here. Sure I was laid off, but I didn’t know then what I know now. The managers there drank the Kool-Aid, ya know?

”I guess even I drank the Kool-Aid.”