I’m Shunned In The Fitness Room BecauseThey Think I Support Trump

#44 Real Estate Man

The other day Real Estate Man received notice from my tenant (Karen).She informed him that she was vacating when her lease expired.She lives in one of the most prestigious condominium buildings in Philadelphia. It wasn’t because she was dissatisfied with the building. She adored the two bedroom apartment with floor to ceiling windows viewing forever that she rented on the 44th floor. As a matter of fact, she felt she owed him an explanation because everything had been so nice. She didn’t, of course, but, he must admit, he was curious. She seemed happy enough throughout the year; no complaints and paid her rent. Could be any number of things. They made an appointment to meet the next day in my office.

Karen’s story:

Karen began by telling Real Estate Man how much she enjoyed living in the condo for the year. A fitness buff, she particularly liked the fact there was a handsomely appointed fitness room in the building. She tried to use it every day.

The room was equipped with a bank of ellipticals , treadmills, stationary bikes, you know — all the standard proper equipment. Karen traces her troubles back to the wide screen communal TV. The appliance had been there for years — long since it was no longer necessary. It had been made obsolete…