Welcome to X,000 feet

Working seasonally in a mountain town, there are some things you have to figure out on your own. Like, can I really drink less here and get drunk faster? Here's a few things employers should mention at orientation. Welcome to X,000 feet. * For the first two weeks you will be soooo tired and feel lame that you don't want to hike or go out. Your mundane job seems to take it out of you. You just want to sleep. Just go with it. It will pass. * Bring Kleenex. Disgusting things will occur in your nose the likes of which you've never seen. Some of you will even get nosebleeds. * It's seriously dry up here. Every part of your body will become flaky, even your tush. Bring a vat of lotion. Buy lip balm to stash in every coat and bag you own. * Wear sunscreen. You're closer to the sun and it will hurt. * Even if it's 85 degrees when you left your house, bring a coat. Soon it will be 40. * Love you til October. The love of your life won't remember your phone number this winter. See you next season!