General Chat

Am very sorry........... Barbara..xx

Thanks folks, I feel sorry for the deputy & the girls. The old witch is swanning off on holiday next week & leaving them to cope without me. David, with regards to the hex, when she is back at work. I thought perhaps we could all think of her knicker elastic giving way in the front hall of the hotel in front of a coach party. pmsl Vivienne xx

Any sugestions for a new name, I won't be a Linen Keeper after friday? Vivienne xx

Hi Vivienne So sorry to hear this. I can't believe the boss would be such an idiot as to let you go. Chin up, I know something will come along soon. Maybe you should wait before changing your name and see what your new job is. Failing that, how about Real Lady (cos you are:)) Chrissie xx

Thanks Chrissie, I've just been listening to a CD of a radio programme where Kit Chapman,(the owner) tells the whole of Somerset what a lovely, special, special lady I am. Good that innit. At least I can use it for a reference, He never gives references. Vivienne xx

Sorry to hear this Vivienne. (((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))) Hope something better comes your way. :0) Joan xxxxxxx

only just seen this Vivienne - just you wait they be on the phone begging you to go back because the school girl they've employed has no idea, they've lost all the good flannels and only have ones covered in mascara left, the mop heads look like they've been in the sewer and suddenly they'll think 'I wish Vivienne was still here'. with regards to a new name how about Supper Star - because that is what you are! (let me know what you decide to change your name to as I won't be here after friday until Septembre propally)

PMSL Viv:))) I'm working on it luv;))))

That's brilliant Vivienne. Maybe you should get it typed up in case your future employer doesn't have a tape machine to hand:)) I once used a similar ploy. The bosses where I used to work weren't allowed to give references. Only head office could give the barest details i.e. if you owed them any money etc. We closed some offices and transferred into new ones but with a different set up. My boss sent me a letter thanking me for all my hard work etc. Luckily I kept it and when the offices closed completely I used the letter as a reference. Everywhere that I went for an interview seemed happy to accept it. Chrissie xx

Viv have only just read this? so is it definate the boss has backed the housekeeper? i will keep a look out for you a lot of my clients use laundry ladies Bev

Only just seen this Viv. So sad for you - hope you soon get sorted out with something else. Anna x

So sorry to hear this Vivienne. I hope that you get something even better very soon. Love Mandy :) x

Hi Vivienne, Sorry that you will not have a job as from Friday :(( You must feel like you have been kicked in the face. You are worth better than that. Lets hope that you find work quickly, and that it will be loads better than your current job. Luv Jill xxx

sorry about the final outcome Vivienne. How about Lady Vivienne for your new name. hope you find a good replacement job soon. Ann Glos

Viv just caught up with this one and I'm with rachel on this... they'll regret it. They won't what they had until they no longer had it. Keep smiling am sure soemthing will come along and soon too I hope. Bet you're glad you controlled your spending at Trago now LOL still don't know how you managed it tho.... last time we went, it was on way back from Cornish hols and the car was stuffed to the gills with kids and clothes etc and still I brought more stuff!!!!!

Thanks again people, I don't know what I would do without you lot. It's a lovely offer Bev but I'm not sure I could cope with the sort of laundry your clients deal with. lol I think they all deserve a medal. One of my friends at the association where I was tonight works out at Sainsburys so she is going to ask if there is anything suitable for me. The biggest problem is my age, I turn 63 in Jan. Vivienne xx

Viv, after all your hard work with the cats too, what is the matter with the boss - is he crazy? Some people can't see what is under their noses, can they? Try to look on the bright side, there might be something really good just waiting with your name on, and where you will be properly appreciated and rewarded for it too. Good luck, and take care, Liz

nudge for Linda

Spooky Viv - I was going to suggest Leisure Lady......

Nudge to bring Sue in Devon up to speed re the background to today. Vivienne xx