I was working at an insurance agency, doing receptionist work and such at the front desk. One afternoon, some guy walked in and asked if I would like to buy a penguin.

A real, live baby penguin.

I think I gave him the weirdest look I’ve ever given anyone, and that’s quite a feat.

So naturally I said, “what?”

He explained that he has live penguins for sale, you keep them in your freezer, and feed them little fish like sardines and such. He had some in his company’s truck if I’d like to pick one out.

Everyone (my boss and coworker because there were only 3 of us) came out to see this guy and he explained the same story to them.

So naturally my boss said, “get the hell out of my office.”

I don’t know if it was some sort of candid camera thing, but it was damn funny when he left. I think he was actually going around to all the offices in the building because we saw him enter our neighbor’s door. Then it was quite sad because he may have been telling the truth and we felt bad for the baby penguins.

Anyway, I saw this goal of yours and thought I would share my tale. If I had received a business card from that guy, I would’ve gotten him in touch with you =D