Breakaway News Volume No. 12 Issue No. 1 January 2007

Ring In the New

Feliz Año Nuevo, Bonne Annee, Glukkig Nieuwjaar, and Auld Lang Zyne! All of which is Breakaway Courier’s way of saying Happy New Year! Didn’t think we were multi-lingual, did you?

Street Scoop

When Breakaway Courier wants to know the lowdown and be on the up and up, we resort to the CIA: Courier Intelligence Agency. This special network of messenger operatives lets us know everything we need to know about street conditions, and tricks of the trade. Hey, you gotta stay informed in today’s world.

Holiday Calories

Breakaway would like to thank all our customers who took the time and effort to send us gifts, ranging from simple cards to bags of pistachios and even chocolates. We are very touched by the effort, and are inspired to  continue to provide the best possible service in New York City and Boston. All we have to do now is hire cycling guru and coach Chris Carmichael to reduce our waistlines from the pistachios, candy, and chocolate.

Bonus Bonanza

Goldmine $acks – er – we mean Goldman Sachs isn’t the only one that dished out bonuses this year. Breakaway handed out the largesse at Christmas time also! Although, admittedly, all our bonuses combined wouldn’t pay the bonus of the lowest level Goldmine $acks broker. So, instead of lining up at the car dealer for a custom Ferrari, we’ll be heading over to the hobby store for the matchbox version. Envy gets you nowhere.

Top That, Santa!

Breakaway Courier’s delivery volume skyrocketed for the Christmas holiday. But, we’re proud to report that our messengers were fully up to snuff, especially our trucking department. With few exceptions, the city’s premier  bikers glided in and out of traffic with the panache of Fred Astaire, keeping pace with the high volume. Thanks also to all our customers who called their orders in as early as possible, with as much info as possible. That helped things run smoother than a sleigh on fresh snow.

Stump the Band

Last month, we asked what law in Massachusetts named legendary basketball coach Arnold “Red” Auerbach by name. The answer: A law in Boston stipulating that there will be no smoking in municipal buildings, unless it’s Arnold “Red” Auerbach lighting his cigar in the TD Arena.

Trivia Question

The White House has long been the seat of Presidential power, but where was that seat originally located and what stands there today? The first person to call Rob Martinez with the correct answer will win a coveted Breakaway t-shirt, or coffee mug. Your choice.