Friday, February 17, 2006

It must be a government conspiracy.

My grocery store now allows you to pay with your fingerprint. Of course, I signed up right away, and used it for the first time last night. Oh my god, people, the future is here! I always knew my fingers were destined for something greater than tapping or typing or twiddling. I want to thank Albertson's/Jewel-Osco for giving my finger new found functionality. I have to admit, my finger has been feeling in a rut lately. There had been nothing to shake it out of its routine, that is, until now. Thank you Jewel, and thank you Ms. Patricia Heaton.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

I'm going to cut off your finger and get some free groceries, ethnic spices, and a large Dora the Explorer helium balloon.

Anonymous said...

I too enjoy the power of the finger. No more embarrassing "I forgot my wallet!" I did find it interesting that I had to scan TWO fingers, but was put at ease when the Jewel personnel stated, that's just in case you have something happen to your primary finger. What do you mean "something happen" to my finger. After repeated use with your scanners, will my fingerprint no longer be scanable? How often are finger injuries so severe that you can no longer use the print on it? I'm slightly protective of my finger now. More aware of its untapped potential and the fact that my finger can now vouch for my age and transfer money for my groceries. I love my finger.