Whenever that amount shows up on the register, I pronounce, “Norman invasion of England by William the Conquerer.” Befuddled looks. $14.92 is an easier year to get a rise out of some who remember the simple rhyme for a certain explorer landing on our shores.
Of course, if a year pops up that is personal to me, such as $19.77, best year ever, it might elicit a cheer from my mental vault. Thus, I chuckled when sent this meme from the APB press.
I encourage you to look for years for which you, too, can promote history and merriment. Of course, this will require retail therapy and interaction with a cashier-of-yore. None of that self-checkout scene. Old-fashioned personal communication required. Be radical!
