Priorities....

While awaiting the arrival of my friend Laurie for lunch today, i wandered over to a nearby Fiorista (Florist) and notice that they were closed during business hours and read the white sign. "Torno subito, sono al bar." Which literally transaltes to, ' I'll be right back, I am at the bar. ' I found this delightful, especially because the florist also indicated the direction of the bar she was at with an arrow. It made me appreciate the work philosophy of the italians. Is work really more important than being well caffeinated, quenching ones thirst, or needing some quality social interaction? Clients/customers can wait, if not, just follow the arrow to the bar.