Hostesses With The Mostest > Entertaining and Hospitality
Telling (crumby) guests what to do
rashea:
--- Quote from: artk2002 on December 12, 2012, 06:59:01 PM ---
Although not fully PA, you were very passive and got what you asked for. Next time, ask for what you want.
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This line really stood out to me. So often we try to ask something in a passive way and are upset when we don't get what we want. I needed this reminder today for other reasons, so I'm grateful for this.
Yvaine:
--- Quote from: rashea on December 13, 2012, 09:04:23 AM ---
--- Quote from: artk2002 on December 12, 2012, 06:59:01 PM ---
Although not fully PA, you were very passive and got what you asked for. Next time, ask for what you want.
--- End quote ---
This line really stood out to me. So often we try to ask something in a passive way and are upset when we don't get what we want. I needed this reminder today for other reasons, so I'm grateful for this.
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Yeah, it's a really good point and applies to so many situations. Hinting doesn't always work--sometimes people just don't get the hint and take your words at face value!
Just Lori:
How about saying, "Oh dear, I didn't realize the crackers were so crumbly. Here, let me get you a plate." That way, you're accusing the darn crackers of being messy, not the guests.
Biker Granny:
I'm reminded of a time when a friend was over and set his drink on my nice clean coffee table....the coasters were less than a foot away. I got up and gently put the coaster under his drink.
His response? (he's not a class act in any way) "Like I'm going to hurt that cheap thing."
I calmly went to my cleaning supplies and set the Pledge and rag right next to him. My sweet reply? "here ya go....for when you're done." >:D
I agree with the others...future reference put the snacks farther away from the seating.
CakeEater:
--- Quote from: Just Lori on December 13, 2012, 10:11:35 AM ---How about saying, "Oh dear, I didn't realize the crackers were so crumbly. Here, let me get you a plate." That way, you're accusing the darn crackers of being messy, not the guests.
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I love this one!
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