This was posted over 18 years ago; my opinions, thoughts, attitude, and writing style may have evolved since then, and this post might have been different if it were to be posted today.
If you’re on the east coast, better hurry if you want your Starbucks fix — the stores will be closing for 3 hours (5:30 – 8:30 PM local time) today in only 15 minutes!
eta: http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/businesstechnology/2004177542_baristas12.html