The "Not So Lovely" Side of Retail
Let me begin by speaking on the Gal's behalf...we love our jobs. Love. With a capital "L." However, in the universe of retail it isn't always sunshine and lollipops.
It's a fast paced world, and in our case, a high emphasis on customer service and detailed work. Bad days, a.k.a. meltdowns, do occur. These freak events usually happen during the holiday season when the store is packed full of customers, merchandise that says "Merry Everything" is everywhere, and you are having to hear another God forsaken Christmas song.
Today, the cosmos were against us. I even sported a St. Jude, patron saint of hopeless causes, bracelet at one point in time hoping to change our luck. It was one of those days. We were completely understaffed, incredibly busy--and throw on there being sleep deprived from waking up at 4:30 AM twice this week for special events.
"Keep Calm and Carry On" is another Two Gals mantra. This day's mantra.."Panic and Freak Out Now."
No need to fret, the plush animals were returned to their homes re-stylized and merchandised .
Food for thought: You've got 84 days to shop for Christmas.
Great therapy. It's not unusual to find librarians in that fetal position... Ask your mom.
ReplyDeleteThis is AWESOME! I own a kids clothing etc. store also. Know the feeling! Might need to borrow you're "Vortex of Evil" sticker!
ReplyDeletePlease come to my kids' rooms and take care of business! God Mother Jes
ReplyDeleteClaire--I've seen the fetal position, and also received many an email flicking off the screen.
ReplyDeleteLindsay--Thanks! SO glad you can relate to our pain!! Let me know if I need to mail you a vortex sticker!
G.M.J--I should be returning to the mitten in February. I'd be more than happy to get down to business with your kid's room. I also have a question regarding a series of events with your son being left home alone ill...