It's tough to find work around this time of year

So I got a call back for a job interview about a week ago, and went in to check out if it'd be a good match.

I was nervous at first, sure, but it soon became clear that things were going my way. I was a shoe in for the position.

"Okay, okay, Zack. You've got the job, congrats! When will you be available to start work?"

"I can start right away, Sir!"

"Great, lets get you set up with your uniform. Here's your polo, which we expect to be pressed and cleaned for your shift. Also, you'll need to wear black shoes, black pants, and be clean shaven every day. Any questions?"

I had a question. I had one, big question.

"What was that last part, again?" I asked.

"You need to supply your own shoes and pants, and we have a strict no-facial hair policy."

"Umm," I started, "how strict? You know, about the beard. How strict are you?"

"Hahaha oh Zach, your going to fit in fine hear" He laughed. He laughed at me.

"Excuse me, Sir, but I'm going to need the next month off."

My face was hard set, my jaw clamped. I was dead serious, and he knew it.

"Wait, why? What do you need a month off for?"

I told him the truth.
"Well, my friends and I do this thing each November..."


[I didn't get the job.](http://imgur.com/a4uo7WF)