-Attempt to drink from a water fountain, the water recedes as he gets closer in what can only be described as tragedy of Greek proportions, only to be squirted by a jet of liquid as the mascot gets his eye near the nozzle.
-Mascot leaves his keys in the car, and unfortunately realizes just after leaving the vehicle. Rather than freak out, mascot continues shopping at Crate and Barrel, determined a solution will reveal itself while shopping.
-Mascot orders an Arnold Palmer at a local restaurant, receives an iced tea instead, then pretty much just lives with it.
-After an understandable misconception, mascot attempts to return regular washing machine soap for a brand that is suitable for front-loading low-energy models. After a forced and awkward conversation with the underpaid teenage help, the mascot is able to get a refund.
-Mascot runs into an old acquaintance at a local garage sale. Mascot is unable to remember exactly how they know this person. School friend? Church member? College party?