Hi, I’m your waitress.
I’m sorry it took two extra minutes to get your refill. I was in the restroom throwing up after smelling the shrimp you ordered. The baby inside me didn’t like it. Yes I hear you telling your husband I’m lazy and was probably on my phone. (Hour ten of my work day)
Hey, I’m your waiter. My apologies that you got red sauce instead of cheese sauce, absolutely we’ll fix it right away. My mind is numb and it’s hard to get everything right. I just want to serve my country but my depression diagnosis won’t let me. Yes I hear your grandmother saying how sure she is this is the only job I’m able to get. (I was set to go to boot camp today)
Hola, I’m your bus boy. I’m sorry I misunderstood what size dip you wanted. I’m still learning. Yes I understand you telling your wife I can’t speak English and should go back to where I came from. I’m only here because my mother is dying and I have to send her money for treatment. (My mind is elsewhere because all I want is to be able to go home and visit her)
Good evening, I’m your cashier. Sorry I shorted you those 27¢. Yes I recognized in your tone that you assume I’m incompetent. I’m an RN but I don’t make enough to support my family and this is my second job. (I haven’t been home since 3 AM or seen my children in 3 days)
Hey, I’m a human being. I have problems just like you. Don’t assume my intelligence or worth because I’m having an off day. We all work hard and life isn’t easy. Give me a smile and an understanding mind and maybe the universe will return you the favor.
