Claire was counting the days until she and her boyfriend of 2 years took a mini-vacation to Aspen, CO. Then the phone rang.
"Designs of a Decade. . .Claire speaking. . .how may I help you?
"Yes. . .do you create and install drapery?"
"We do. . .you will need to schedule an appointment for our measurer to come out and assess your windows."
"Then what happens next?"
"The measurer relays the information back to us, and we call you in to discuss materials and styles."
"What is the ballpark price for 2 windows mulled together that are approximately 36" wide by 60" high?"
"Well, the measure fee is $40, and goes toward the installation price after the selections are made."
"All right. . .but I need a ballpark price to work with. I'm on a budget but have heard of good results from your company."
"First off. . .thank you. . .let's see. . .the ballpark price for. . .let's say. . .sill length, split draw panels made from a linen material would run you approximately $325."
"Is that installed?"
"Yes."
"Sign me up for an appointment please."
"Sure."
Claire fills out the paperwork for the measure, and collects the initial deposit from the customer.
"Okay. . .you are good to go. The measurer will call you within 48 hours to schedule a time to come out. Then afterwards, we will give you a call."
"Sounds good. . .thank you so much. . ."
"Your welcome . . .have a good day."
Claire hangs up the phone, looks at her watch, and calls it a day. Later on, she arrives at the townhouse that she shares with her boyfriend, Matt. She strolls up the walkway to the front door, when the front door magically opens. Her main squeeze wraps his arms around her, plants one on her cheek, and pulls her inside. The door quietly closes.