You're Fired

Well, I have had a first at work. I had to fire someone. It's a long story, but basically he just wasn't a good fit for the store. My stomach was in knots this morning. I had to go in (on my day off) and meet him when he came in to start his shift at 8:45am. Lucky for me, he didn't show up. So, I called him to find out where he was, and I was able to do the deed over the phone. A tough thing to do, but there was no sense in making him come all the way in just so I could fire him. But because he didn't come into the store, I wasn't able to do my Donald Trump imitation “You're Fired”. Oh well, maybe next time!

But I made the most of my trip to the store. I brought Buddy up with me to give him a bath. So, he is currently drying and munching on a new raw bone. But please remember, he isn't spoiled.... :) Plus today was payday, so I picked up my paycheck and put it in the bank.

Yesterday Buddy wouldn't eat his dinner. Now, for those of you who know Buddy, you know that is an indication that something is really really wrong! Buddy is one of the most food motivated dogs I have ever met! So, I left half his dinner for him in his bowl and went to work. I came home to check on him at lunch time. His little bit of dinner was gone. But I felt bad for the guy, so I brought him to work with me. He was pretty good. It was easy because it was evening, so there weren't that many customers. When there was no one in the store, he would roam about sniffing everything. When there were customers, he had to stay behind the counter. But if he was back there and I left the area, he would start barking. So, I had to stay near him if their were customers. We managed, but I don't know if I will every try to do that again!

So, I have a day off today. And it's a good thing. My knee is really aching today. I am not sure why. I notice that most mornings when I wake up, my feet are sore. I guess that is what I can expect when I stand on them for about 9 hours a day non-stop almost!

Well, I need to go and drop off dry cleaning and make a trip to Target. And this afternoon I need to take Buddy to the vet, I think he has an ear infection. So, I better get moving so that as soon as I am done, I can come home and put my legs up to let my knee rest! I am so glad we have a Target store so close to the house!