I have been working at Dairy Queen every summer since 2013. It was my first job and I used to love going to work everyday. I have come to have a love-hate relationship with my workplace. In my time there I have learned several things.

1. Not everyone is going to have a pleasant attitude towards you.

I don't know how it is possible to be in an unpleasant mood when eating ice cream.

2. Becoming a pro at flipping blizzards upside down

It never gets old watching little kids faces when you flip their blizzard upside down.

3. I now have the entire blizzard menu memorized.

Why yes, I can rattle off the many different flavors and what is in each blizzard

4. It is totally normal when working in the cold kitchen to get ice cream and other toppings literally all over you.

This is what your shirt looks like before the first blizzard you make. They never stay this clean.

5. I can clean windows like a boss.

Please put your hands on the glass doors so I can show you how well I can clean it

6. How to use a drive thru headset

They really are as uncomfortable as they look

7. The downside of having to wear safety shoes.

They stop being comfortable after the first two hours at work

Overall, working at DQ has been a good experience. I've learned the extent of my patience and I've had the pleasure of knowing the regulars. I love getting to interact with customers and serving ice cream with a smile.