The company actually furnished snacks. We spend so much of our lives at work, it's become natural to fill our work space with niceties that remind us of home, or at least the nearest snack bar. While changing desks I've brought my toothbrush, shoeshine kit, coffee mug and water cup, my jar of cinders I stole from the warning track at Boston's Fenway Park, my stress ball and my Rock 'N' Roll Jeopardy calendar. I also brought some files and notebooks, but I haven't found a place for them yet. A happy employee is one who feels comfortable in his work environment.
Nothing is more comforting than knowing there are snacks within an arm's reach.
Some of us would rather be able to reach the microwave popcorn than the phone to call 911.