I admit that TV commercials fascinate me. What's really fun is peaking underneath the assumptions that they make. Take the latest one from Verizon. A young twenty-something man runs into a girl of about the same age. The conversation makes it clear that they knew each other in high school. The girl makes some comment about the guy being "Mr. Unwilling to Commit". She asks about the whole group of Verizon people that are following the guy. He explains that they came with his plan. And the biggest benefit is that he only pays for the minutes he uses. She comments "so you haven't changed a bit" as she walks away. The message is clear. He's still a loser because he doesn't make commitments.
But I congratulate "Mr. Unwilling to Commit". He's smart not to commit to buying something he doesn't need. I only hope that he's as wise when he buys a car. How many people sign up for 5 years of payments only to regret it half way through the payments?
Our friend might actually be a much better choice for the young lady. He's a better catch than someone who falls in love quickly, gets married quickly and puts her through a divorce a few years later. My guess is the young lady will learn that lesson herself someday.
Keep on Stretching those Dollars!
Gary
