For the longest time I have had three credit cards that I did not need, want or use.
They were the one's we agree to accept because we'll get a deal...10% off a big purchase or reward points at a favorite store.
I've wanted to cancel them for the longest time, but I was dreading it and kept putting it off.
Why?
First, the call starts with a lengthy automated menu that includes everything but, "Let's end this relationship!"
I had to listen to my balance--0; my last payment--2007; my credit limit with lots of zeros.
Finally, after all those wasted minutes...a live human voice.
After reciting the last four digits of my social security number, my zip code and my mother's maiden name I heard the magic words, "Can I help you?"
"Sure, I want to cancel my card."
Ever told a live human at a credit card company you want to cancel your card?
Oh my word...I was seriously waiting for crying!
I was treated like I was dumping a girlfriend!
I'm not kidding...begging, pleading, "Please don't go...please reconsider...I'll be better, I promise!"
I was forced to listen to the last ditch pitch...all the things I was going to lose because I wanted to break up.
Any day now, I expect to find a a box at my door with all the things they want to give back from our relationship.
I'm exhausted! I feel like a creep...how could I tell my plastic friends that I just wasn't feeling the love anymore?
If I called back tomorrow, I wonder if they'd take me back?
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