Day 7 again - Dick’s and BJ’s
I’ve been thinking about these for a while 
How in the HELL did the founders of Dick’s and BJ’s think that those names would look awesome in huge letters on their storefronts? Was it a big joke to themeselves to force people to have to say "I love Dick’s!" or "I can’t get enough of BJ’s"? I’m sure you have Dick’s Sporting Goods somewhere in your area. And for anyone who isn’t familiar with BJ’s Wholesale Club, let me inform you that they’re big in the Northeast It’s a warehouse store…you know, where they sell food and household items in bulk.
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Here’s how I imagine the scenario of naming their stores went:
Dick: I think the name should be simple and personal so I propose that it be named it after me! I can’t wait to open my store. My vision is to have hundreds of Dick’s popping up across the nation. Each store will have an enormous selection of balls and equipment. Everyone is going to love Dick’s. They’ll be clamoring to get Dick’s in their town. I’ll make it so no one will want to be without access to Dick’s.
One of the Founders of BJ’s: You know, we should all think of some names and pull them out of a hat. This way it’s fair and square and no feels like they got the shaft if their name isn’t agreed upon.
Another Founder Pulls a Name out of a Hat (and probably feeling ornery because his wasn’t pulled): Well, boys, we’ve got our name right here. Beverly Jean, the daughter of one of the founders. It might make more sense and cost less in signage cost if we shorten it to BJ’s.
Another Founder (who is old and clueless): I think that’s a great idea! Who here doesn’t love BJ’s? (no one in the room dares raise their hand). BJ’s it is then! I’m excited to get BJ’s started. I have a feeling that BJ’s will be everybody’s favorite passtime. We’ll make it so that no one can live without BJ’s!
The end.
Meal 1: 1 whole egg, 4 egg whites
1/2 cup dry oatmeal, made with water
Meal 2: 5 oz chicken
1 cup green beans
10 almonds
Meal 3: 5 oz chicken
1 cup broccoli
10 almonds
Meal 4: 4 oz. extra lean ground turkey
large green salad w/ 1 tbs olive oil and red wine vinegar
Meal 5: 6 egg whites
October 7, 2008 at 7:03 am
You crack me up!
October 7, 2008 at 7:03 am
What is really funny is near my house there is a Dicks right next door to a BJ’s. They were ment to be together. I laugh evertime I see them.
Nice blog
October 7, 2008 at 7:04 am
lol ha ha ha
October 7, 2008 at 7:11 am
They never thought DICK’S would be as big as it has gotten. DICK’s is HUGE, and the more they work it, the bigger it has become.
As for BJ’s, that one doesn’t make sense to me. Wouldn’t it be that all the women are willing to go there before marriage, but once they get married they feel like there is no reason for them to go there ever again?
October 7, 2008 at 7:15 am
OMG Shannon!!! LOL!!! This blog is so typical of you!! We have both stores here not far from each other. Now..every time I see them, I’ll think of you!! NOT LIKE THAT silly!!
Annemarie
October 7, 2008 at 7:18 am
My husband always reminds me that a BJ trip is needed. And I’m like "Ugh…Okaaay. If you really think it’s needed."
October 7, 2008 at 7:19 am
For a split second I thought Maddi finally went too far…
October 7, 2008 at 7:20 am
Heh, well Dick’s is named after the guy, so he just had the unfortunate crap shoot of getting branded with that. Started up as just a fishing supply store I believe. Hate the place, though… I’ll stick to Sports Authority (or Gart Bros. for those of us old enough to remember that era). Dick’s just has been a pain in the ass… which, yeah, whole different allusion to something I’m not into there! Dammit…
(The joys of humor at another’s/my expense are the root of all comedy, no?)
October 7, 2008 at 7:24 am
Speechless!
October 7, 2008 at 7:31 am
BuckSpin, your reponse just cracked me the hell up. I couldn’t stop laughing
October 7, 2008 at 7:44 am
:)
It could be worse. The husband of an online friend of Mrs. BuckSpin went to get "the snip", aka a vasectomy.
The name of the physician? Dr. Richard Cutter.
October 7, 2008 at 8:01 am
Buckspin, NO WAY!!!!!!! LMAO!
October 7, 2008 at 9:50 am
Only you…yes, only you! I love the KC Chiefs…and a specific TIGHT END on the team…but anyways, I used to love when Dick Vermeil (former coach) would cry for his players. And I would say…"Awe, I love Dick". and then I would turn to my hubby and say…"Say it…say you love dick too!" He just would give me the look and say "YOU ARE SOOOO ODD!". :0)
BTW-I used to see a gyno named Dr. Beavers. NO LIE!
October 7, 2008 at 7:07 pm
LOL!!! This is soooo funny! Yes, only you would think of this! I LOVE IT!