Best Case Scenario?

Diana Naramore • August 5, 2019

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Two people chatting in a café, one holding a coffee cup by the window.
White mug with website text on a bed, beside a hand and soft pillows in warm light
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Sip and Ship Ballard package drop off location Greenwood


​Picture this:

The day begins, it’s a cloudless sky, your dog has been walked and is happily lounging at your feet while you enjoy a delicious cup of coffee. Your teenager has volunteered to mow the lawn, the nest of birds in your front yard begin chirping as they prepare to take flight. You can hear your neighbors laughing and enjoying their morning, and your to-do list has magically faded into you exploring a few more chapters of your new favorite book. Suddenly, the UPS driver greets you at your door with your recent online order “Didn’t I just order this yesterday?” Your day is looking incredibly bright.
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Reality check:
It’s raining again, the dog has pooped on your favorite rug and is now barfing on your other favorite rug. There is no coffee in the house, it’s 2pm, and your teenager is still sleeping! The nest of birds are actually crows, that are dive-bombing your neighbors as they attempt to walk by; and that to-do list is now four days old, and where the (beep) is that UPS driver with your recent online order? Your day is looking rough.


Change of perspective:
You signed up for Sip and Ship’s online package receiving service. You received an email that your package was secured which is now waiting for you to pick up at your convenience allowing you to get there on your time with the added bonus of friendly service, delicious coffee and the perfect birthday card and gift for your neighbor. By the way, your teenager is probably still sleeping, but don’t worry, it’s just a phase. :)


Sip and Ship is open 7 days a week M-F 7am-7pm, SAT 8am-5pm, SUN 10am-5pm and we look forward to being your package receiving service to best support your life goals.
Sincerely,
Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team

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Two white BALLARD mugs on a wooden table, one with black coffee and one with a latte.
Floral stationery gift sets with pink and green packaging arranged on a table
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