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Dear Reader,
Frankly, I don't understand why it isn't a huge topic of conversation, but in all my trips to New York City no one has ever mentioned it--the bathroom shortage. When I rent a hotel room in Manhattan, what I'm really renting is a bathroom.
I know where almost every publishing house is located in New York City and I know where their bathrooms are too, because the key to their bathroom is the first thing I ask the receptionist for when I walk in the door. When you get the opportunity to "go" you have to take advantage of it, because most businesses in New York City discourage customers from using their bathrooms or they just come right out and say "no."
On my last visit, when I had two hours to kill in between appointments, initially I was going to window shop, but suddenly there was a change in plans when I realized I needed to find a bathroom. My hotel was a 35 minute cab ride away, so I was relieved when I spotted a New York City branch of my friendly personal bank. Of course they must let customers use their bathroom. So I stood in line, got a cash advance, and then I politely asked the teller if she'd direct me to their bathroom.
But instead she pointed to the front door, "Go outside, turn left, walk 20 blocks and buy a doughnut at Millie's Bakery. Oh yeah, be sure to tell her Angie sent you--that's me--then she'll let you use her bathroom."
What's the world coming to when you need a bathroom referral from a friend of a friend and you have to buy a doughnut before you can go?
But then again, maybe this bathroom shortage could really be a tremendous moneymaking opportunity for some clever entrepreneur. For instance, restaurants could offer bathroom services a la carte or include them in their daily specials they post outside to entice you to walk in the door.
Today's Specials: Scallops $21.99 and a two minute bathroom pass. Or All-You-Can-Eat buffet $27.99 and as much bathroom time as you need!
Thanks for reading with me. It's so good to read with friends.
Suzanne Beecher
Suzanne@DearReader.com
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