The Notary Life: A Comedy of Errors

Ever tried to explain what a notary does to someone at a party? You’d think I was describing a secret agent! I once had a guest insist on calling me ‘Agent Notary’ for the rest of the night. It’s funny how our job can sound so serious, yet we secretly have the best stories. What’s your funniest notary encounter?

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I hear you! Sometimes I feel like a notary’s job should come with a cape. My funniest moment?

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It’s hilarious how folks misinterpret our roles — i remember a bride insisting I was a ‘wedding planner’ because I just had to sign off on her marriage license. Sometimes I wish I really had that cape — maybe I could fly away when the questions get too out there.

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