Words Matter

I'm concerned, bothered and annoyed about how people use their words of late.  I hope I am compassionate and loving with mine.  Not always, I am sure.

It is about HOW people CHOOSE to respond in a variety of events.  Take a look:

1.  Customer says she would like a good waitress, as her experience hasn't been so positive in the past in    
      this eating establishment. 
     Hostess:  I am insulted!  All our waitresses are good.
     COMMENT:  Umm, I am the customer, is that not true.  I am not concerned with how you feel.  I
                            am concerned with the quality of your service.  I may not come back.  And yes,
                            I had the best waitress ever this time!  I just may return.  I hope you don't.

2.  Resident tells politician she is upset at how she was treated in the election.
     POLITICIAN:  WHO told you this?
     Resident:  What is this, Sherlock Holmes?
                     Everyone told me this.  Let's keep our eye on the ball you dumb cluck.

3.  Resident asks Property Manager to limit the non-resident cars parking near apartments.
     Property Manager: I park there and I will continue to park there.  This is my job!
     Resident:  Well, I guess you told us we just don't matter.  Enough said.

Speak with your money, your voice, your kindness and compassion. Sadly, I envision huge walk-outs by employees refusing to take it any more (Walmart, etc.), and more customers refusing to spend money with rude businesses. It is time to cut back in more ways than one.  And rethink this whole mess we have created.

Oh and why should I continually hear SHOP LOCAL?  BUSINESS OWNERS TAKE NOTICE.  I will shop local if your goods and prices are fair.  I am the customer and you need to remember that.  Oh, and kiss my *** regarding your attitude.

Said with the utmost compassion and kindness :)