The constant complainer

Today I'm celebrating National Whiner's Day!

Sometimes no matter how much thought you put into a gift, there's just not a good match. That's why I always ask for a gift receipt and offer it, just in case the size is not right, the color is not preferred, they already have one, they got the same gift earlier, etc. Most folks are very gracious and smile with a Thank You, but they then sometimes head back to the mall or store and exchange the item for something else. However, sometimes you run across someone who's not quite as subtle, the whiner.

The whiner is a constant complainer and is never happy. You may remember the annoying characters The Whiners from Saturday Night Live. WEEI 850AM has a Whiner Line, where whiners can call in to vent about Boston's sports teams, athletes, personalities, and current events. You can listen to archives of the Whiner of the Week winners from their site. If a whiner feels that they need to get their message out to a broader audience, the complaints.com and Complaints Board sites allow visitors to post and to view complaints.

The day after Christmas is a very popular shopping day. Many head to the malls and stores to see what goodies they can buy with the gift cards they received. Many go directly to customer service with the gift they received and that lovely little gift receipt. You may meet a whiner while shopping for post-holiday sales. You're very likely to hear a whiner if you stand near the Customer Service area.

I don't enjoy being around a whiner. However, we often must tolerate them. I generally would not celebrate such a day. However, I found a great music video of a someone you might label a whiner. Here's a video of the 12 Days After Christmas that you will likely find humorous.


As posted on YouTube by mythreeguys

Another treat for you. For those who have whined throughout the holidays, wishing they were over, here's an animated light show to Mannheim Steamroller's version of the Hallelujah Chorus!


As posted on YouTube by grodq

Today I hope you have a happy day and there is nothing to whine about!

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