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The best thing I ever got from Sears...

I worked for Sears for almost three years. Almost a year in, the salespeople were leaving in droves. Either they were retiring or they just up and left. So, our store hosted a hiring blitz where they would interview and hire on the spot.

One of the candidates asked me where the interviews were being held. She was so beautiful and her voice just sounded so heavenly. When I finally got my thoughts together, I pointed her towards the main office. Her smile melted my heart and turned my blah day into a great one.

Well, she got the job, and better yet--she was in appliances just like myself. Through the weeks we became so connected with each other. I finally had the courage to ask her out.

It was actually kind of fun to hide all of the feelings we had for each other at work. We also one-upped each other with PAs and credit and poked fun at each other, all in fun. About four months in to our newfound relationship I ended up getting hired on at a mattress retailer as an assistant manager and even though we were still dating, I missed being around her. Between her schedule and mine, we didn't see each other as much.

A year later she is my fiancee and we are getting married on April 21 of this year. Being at Sears was an interesting experience, some times were good, other times were bad, but I an so glad that I stuck around because I met my soulmate. For that I could never not appreciate being at Sears despite all of the adversity. I am very greatful that the stars aligned and I met my best friend, soulmate and future wife at Sears. She is the best thing I ever got and will ever get from Sears.

I know you probably won't come across this, but I love you M. Love, T.

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Actually, in the 19 years I've been in my store, I know of 14 different married or (practically married) couples that met working in our store. Most have moved on to real careers, but Sears was the start.

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Post ID: @2ivi+RD5jGHL

D'aww...Grats!

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Post ID: @1ytg+RD5jGHL

I love this! There is enough doom & gloom out there. I'm happy for you both!

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Post ID: @1ewe+RD5jGHL

Jealous much @dde? Maybe if you were not so jaded you would meet someone special. Just saying.

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Post ID: @weo+RD5jGHL

Best thing I ever got at Sears---Laid off. Better job, less stress, more pay.

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Post ID: @zib+RD5jGHL

Another b.s. internet fairy tale

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Post ID: @dde+RD5jGHL

I loved reading your story OP. The world is so cynical at times. It is nice to learn about something positive. <3

Happy Valentine's Day!!!

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Post ID: @fcq+RD5jGHL

Just remember, 40-50% of marriages end in divorce. Probably half those that remain intact are not very happy, and many more are just so so. Enjoy these early giddy moments and work at your marriage to beat the odds.

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