Working with the public has become less than delightful on the days that it takes every inch of self control that I have left to be "polite and helpful". The grocery store presents itself with people of many different personalities and walks of life.. most of which can be difficult to deal with at 7am. I wish I had more patience when it comes to helping customers with a negative attitude. Just once I wish I could speak my mind instead of smiling and saying to myself, "I love my job.. I love my job.. I love my job". However, I have a feeling I'd get myself into some trouble. But maybe people need to realize that us people working in public places, grocery stores, restaurants, convenience stores, and everything in between... we are only human. Here's what I'd like to say:
"Excuse me Sir or Ma'am,
contrary to popular belief, it is NOT my fault that your coupons are expired. It is NOT my fault the cherries are so expensive. It is NOT my fault that your discount card didn't work the first time you typed in the number. It is NOT my fault that we're extremely busy and there is no one available to help you out to your car with your groceries. It is NOT my fault we're out of the granola bars that you like. It is NOT my fault that I need to see your driver's licence.. (as inconveniently annoying as it is). And it is NOT my fault that you don't know where to find what you're looking for. Last time I checked, I wasn't the CEO of the company I work for.. so once again it's NOT my fault the items in the store have been rearranged. So if it's okay with you.. I'd appreciate being treated like your equal instead of an insignificant, unproductive, and inferior member of society.
Sincerely Irritated,
Grocery Store Girl. :)"
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