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23:54:00 o'clock BST
Catch up.
I’m back. I must admit I was getting a little twitchy there for a while. A week without my computer was almost as bad as running out of brandy! I came back to more than two hundred emails although they were shared between three of my screen names. Still, it took me awhile to get through them I can tell you. The pc is running much sweeter now although it still isn’t perfect and may have to go back to the doc for a little more tweaking. Twice it’s failed to boot up at the first attempt and I think one of my fans is struggling. But it will have to wait. Tomorrow I’m off for another injection in my knee followed by a few days off work so I’ll need it here.
Remember the customer who didn’t like me to say ‘there you go’ when I handed her mail over? Well, she’s been back. I was very polite and made a point of not saying the dreaded words. But when I handed her mail over she accused me of saying it again. Now, on the last two occasions I had been very professional and polite but this time I’d had enough. Especially as I hadn’t said it at all. We had a few words and I ended by telling her I wouldn’t serve her again. She was just about to leave when Phil, the union rep, pipes in. Before long there’s a full blown argument going on. The woman threw something on the floor in temper and Phil asked her politely, but firmly, to leave the building as she was becoming abusive. She refused.
PHIL: “If you don’t leave I’ll have to call the police and have you removed.”
CUSTOMER: “Call the police, I’ll tell them you are being rude and abusive to your customers.”
PHIL: “Mr North, [that’s me] will you call the police please?”
ME: “You’re not serious!?”
PHIL: “CALL THE POLICE!”
ME: “You can’t dial 999 for something like this!”
At which point Phil called the police. It was all so stupid. The woman was just about to bugger off when he butted in. It took them twenty minutes to arrive, during which time Phil had had the cheek/decency to take her a cup of tea while she was waiting. Eventually, after more shouting on her part and some cajoling from the boys in blue, it’s settled. We will allow her back in again but if we have one more incident like this she will be barred from entering the office.
“That’s alright” she said, “I’ll call the police and they can collect my mail.”
“Yes, just give us a call next time.” The copper tells her, trying to hide the smirk on his face, and then they escorted her off the premesis.
What a palaver! And it was all so unnecessary. To be honest, I was embarrassed by all the fuss. It’s quite obvious the woman’s not playing with a full deck and to call the police was just irritating the situation. But Phil was in playful mood and thoroughly enjoying himself. I guess it brought a little excitement to an otherwise dull day. It changes nothing though. When she comes in again I’ll refuse to serve her. I’ll go get the boss and he can deal with her. Wouldn’t it be funny if, when he hands over the mail, he says “There you go madam”.
Reet failed her exam. It was a really silly mistake but, unfortunately, an important one. No worries though, she’s already taken it again and is awaiting the results. They should come through sometime next week. She’s been under the weather this past week and I don’t suppose that’s helped her concentration. She has some pain in her arm and shoulder which is probably due to her arthritis. It’s been quite bad and she’s on all manner of pills from the doctor. What a pair we make.
Friday is brother John’s birthday. He’ll be 55. More importantly, he’s having a barbecue to celebrate so we’re off for food and drinks on Saturday. Should be a fun night, especially since I have to provide the music. That suits me as it means I get to hear all my favourite sounds.
The early retirement edged a little closer this week. A letter has been sent to all the over 55s to see who is interested. If they don’t get enough takers in that age bracket they’ll ask the 54s and under. And that’s me! Fingers crossed on that one. Of course, this being Royal Mail, they’ll probably change their minds again by next week.
And that’s me all caught up I believe. I just have time to answer a couple of emails and then I’m off up the wooden hill.
Tata. x
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oh man did i laugh at ure mad woman story, you never fail to make me smile m8,still dosen't take a lot to make me smile but "there you go" ;-)
spike -
Sorry to hear that Reet failed the exam ~ fingers crossed that she's passed the re-sit x Glad the computers back even if it needs a little tweaking. Eeeek to the mad woman!!! Calling out the cops does seem a bit extreme. Can't wait to hear if she comes back though lol
Jenny
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Glad your computer is back in working order. I feel naked without mine!! You do get to rely on it don't you? Hope Reet passes the exam this time. Is this for a job?
That woman sounds off her rocker...I should keep wellaway next time she comes in! Love Conniex -
I can't understand why that woman was offended by you saying "there you go then" she brought a saying back to my mind "There's a light on but theres no one is at home" had to laugh at Phil calling the Police in ~ I thought that was a bit extreme ~ but I think he was defending you ~ I would not have given her a cup of tea though ~ what a palaver can understand you feeling embarrassed ~ Hope Brother John has a happy birthday and the BBQ goes well ~ do you think that early retirement will ever happen I hope for your sake they don't keep changing their minds ~ glad you have your computer back ~ Ally x
06/07/08 14:41
Big Luv - Jaynee X