She even goes as far as complimenting my belongings and saying how much she wishes she could afford the same.
DEAR MISS MANNERS: We’ve had a cleaning lady for about a year. I’m generally happy with her work, but it sort of drives me crazy when she’s overly chatty while working.
Sometimes, if there is excess stuff I no longer want , I’ll offer them to her, but she generally just hints that I should simply give her my belongings. She’s never stolen anything, to my knowledge, but I’m sort of getting uncomfortable with her doing this. I find it a bit unprofessional.GENTLE READER: “I am so glad that you enjoy the house and seem to appreciate my taste. I will certainly tell you next time I am able to give some things away.”
As for the excessive chatting, Miss Manners suggests you pick a room that is not being cleaned and get very busy with your own work.Miss Manners: Aren’t donation requests following a death insulting to the departed and the bereaved?If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
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