As a result of my clumsiness, I cut myself while cleaning a knife. It being a holiday weekend, I went to Urgent Care and was informed it would be at least a 2 hour wait. After half an hour of waiting, my hand had stopped bleeding, but I had not yet seen a triage nurse. It was 1:30pm, and due to my Saturday morning laziness had not yet eaten. Instead of sitting famished in the waiting room, I asked the woman behind the counter if I would lose my spot if I went and grabbed lunch and then came back. I explained to her that I hadn’t eaten anything yet and that I’d make a quick trip of it. She agreed to save my spot for me. It’s amazing what people will do for you when you are friendly to someone having a hectic day.
I enjoyed a nice lunch around the corner at the Peninsula Creamery. Upon returning to the Urgent Care they saw me immediately, stitched me up and I was on my way. It was far better than sitting miserable in the waiting room the entire time. The only bummer is I nicked a tendon and have to see a hand surgeon on Tuesday. Be careful with knives. Happy New Year!
Tags: ask, hungry, urgent care