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| This is simply how I redirect people to pay before getting in. Oh, the blue coat? Pfft, American? Please -- Royal Artillery |
Now, you may or may not be aware of this, but I freakin' love my job. Shocker, right?
However, as in any job, there are one or two parts that you just don't share the same enthusiasm for. In my case, it's gate shifts.
It's pretty much exactly as it sounds -- you stand at the front gate (shown above) for up to an hour and let people in when they've paid. Don't get me wrong, it's not difficult; it's just not as thrilling as actually interpreting the history in one of the buildings.
On occasion, you'll get the couple that wants to talk in depth about a topic (awesome), but when you're on gate duty, this means frequent interruptions to let people in and show them where to go (not as awesome).
And the pictures -- oh dear lord, the pictures.
Turns out, when you dress in period uniform, it makes a great photo op (I can Google Image search myself in up to 20 different countries now).
Since my FAQ post proved very popular, I've decided to make another list -- this time, it's the top six cases of mistaken identity of me at the front gate:
6. An American
- When I'm wearing blue as above, fair enough; but when I'm in the red? C'mon.
5. A real Canadian soldier
- Hey, we'll get camouflage eventually!
4. A Mountie
- Close, but I'm not allowed to arrest people. Anymore.
3. A border guard
- Seriously, how do you people not realize you've crossed the border?
2. A mannequin
- Standing perfectly still under the hot sun is worth scaring the hell out of people.
1. A clown
- I wish I was joking. If clowns are bringing bayonets to your parties, it's already too late for you.
That's all for now, folks!
-J-
