Friday, June 23, 2006

ambiguity - a job


An aquaintance had hired a friend to perform errands and secretarial duties. She's gotten more frail however, and realizes that she needs someone live-in who'll also do housework.

Her friend is not a suitable cleaner, although he is perfect as a walker or other escort.

She told him she'd hire the live-in person in September.

He heard "You're fired".

She's convinced she merely pointed out that his job might change.

He's no longer as responsive if she tries to call him early (8am or before) or late (8pm or after). She wonders why, and no amount of explanation will suffice.

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