The Cost of Spring

Beat the Spring rush! “Come get your loan today!”(© image)

You thought Spring was priceless? Apparently not.

It’s not a tax; it’s a user fee.

According to this postcard advertisement, financial assistance is available. Whew. 

A marketing strategy borrowed from Hallmark: everyday is an opportunity to profit.

Worrisome, though. Is Spring licensing franchises or is someone profiting from her celebrity status without her knowledge?

 Anyway, a local personal loan company wants to put cash, as well as, spring in your step.

Had to wonder though, why now?

• Spring Break is over. (But maybe the credit card charges for those poolside snacks and that beach Tiki Bar have arrived)
• Spring’s warm weather usually means baring it. (But local dress codes can require cover-ups – new ones complimenting seasonal blooming.)
• Spring gift giving for Mother’s Day surely smiles on “It’s the thought that counts.” (But, in this competitive era …)

A quote on loan (free of charge) from Robin Williams: “Spring is Nature’s way of saying ‘Let’s party.'”

When confronted by government mandated health and safety regulations, Spring picked up a pear and demonstrated the original first pitch of the season.(USPD/Commons.wikimedia.org)

Wonder if there’s surcharge for Spring fever.

Shouldn’t we ask for a discount for Spring allergies?

Ready for any Maydays.

Phil, the Philosopher Mouse of the Hedge

A few thoughts springing from baseball legend, Yogi Berra

“Mickey Mantle was a very good golfer, but we weren’t allowed to play golf during the season; only at spring training.”

“I think Little League is wonderful. It keeps kids out of the house.”

“I tell the kids, somebody’s gotta win, somebody’s gotta lose. Just don’t fight about it. Just try to get better.”

“If you don’t know where you are going, you might wind up someplace else.”

“You can observe a lot by just watching.”

“It ain’t the heat, it’s the humility.”

The back of the postcard clearly indicates an understanding of Spring euphoria and fuzzy thinking. One sign the company doesn’t plan to strike out: “Please note all loans subject to normal credit policies.” (© image)

 

 

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