Tuesday, January 27, 2009

What Would Miss Manners Do?

I am pretty sure everyone knows but I was fired about two weeks ago. I'm not quite sure how I feel. On one hand I was so tired of working with one of my coworkers. I would wake up and dread going to work, only because I knew she would be there. On the other hand there are no jobs out there. I've applied or sent resumes to 87 different places. With just 2 callbacks. Its a tough market out there.

I finally made it off the couch today and went to Target for some cleaning supplies. As I was leaving I spotted the wife of my former boss. I stopped and stared and she did the same thing. It only lasted like 4 seconds but they were really long uncomfortable seconds. I just couldnt think of anything to say and my arm wouldnt lift to make a half-assed attempt at a wave.

Now I feel like a jerk. I'm not really mad at her or her husband. I swear I wasnt sending evil thoughts or shooting spikes out my eyes. Does anyone know what Miss Manners would do in this situation?

2 comments:

Brossettelewis said...

A frownsmile and a subtle suggesting that Mrs. Mooore is stealing.

Kelly said...

A sweet note to Dr's wife explaining that you're sorry for the awkwardness at Target, but after his unwanted advances and your subsequent firing, you weren't sure how to act.