So apparently I’m a senior citizen and I didn’t know it. Check out this junk email I got (links have been de-coded):
Hi,
I find your blog “Disillusioned” informative and I’ve been following your blogs for quite some time I wanted to share with you www.url-removed.com an innovative new software solution that makes computers easier for older adults and beginners.
I find it sweet that you’ve been visiting my blog but why haven’t you ever let me know about your lurking before?
The founders and the entire team at Their Website have witnessed first-hand how seniors are being left behind by today’s technology. Recognizing a tremendous opportunity to provide a socially valuable product the team started Their Website.
Key features of Their Website include:
— Easy Navigation: Larger fonts and intuitive graphic interface, such as color-coded icons that make it easy to switch between online activities.
— One Click Photo Sharing: Members and their families can easily create photo albums, store pictures and share pictures via email.
— Quick Links: Provides members with a starter list of content to provide instant access to online shopping sites, fun games and the latest news and information in categories such as personal finance, health, sports and travel.
— Simple Set-Up: It can be either downloaded from the Internet or installed via a USB thumb drive that is pre-loaded with the software. Account set up takes as little as five minutes.
— Spam and Virus Protection: Offers a protected environment that eliminates unsolicited advertising, email and viruses. No more pop-ups or spam.
— No Need to Carry Computer Around: All Their Website members receive a USB thumb drive with their subscription, making it easy to enjoy Their Website no matter what computer is used.
If new and innovative software tickle your interest, do check out Their Website to see how senior-friendly technology has been created for convenience of use. We’d love to hear your expert feedback & also a mention in your esteemed blog would be great.
Thanks,
James
This email is intended to share valuable information with you. If you have encountered any inconvenience, we sincerely apologize.
To be removed from the mailing list, hit reply button with subject “Unsubscribe”. Please allow 3 business days to be removed from this list.
So not only am I considered a senior citizen before I hit the ripe age of 32, I’m also supposed to ‘unsubscribe’ from something I never asked to be listed on in the first place. Whatever, James. And I thought we could start a wonderful friendship. Usually, and repeatedly, I am accused of being much younger than my years (to the point that people think my daughter and I are sisters until I explain very calmly to them that I am her mom).
No, I don’t find it insulting to be thought of as young, but instead of calling me Little Lady’s sister, call me by my name. I’ll answer to that much faster than “Little Lady’s sister” any day.
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