I once had to put down a hyena cat . The laughing noise haunted me ever since. The owner bought a budgie straight after. Much friendlier.
Another nomination for hero is the lovely Mauritian lady who runs the fish shop near the post office. Always very friendly and she really knows her stuff. Dunno what happened to the restaurant tho...?
Chang
I am very fond of you Misscara. I like reading what you write on here and am always interested in your view of things (even though I might not agree with everything - but that is allowed). More recently you haven't been the same and have been very negative about lots of things which is very much not like you. Its sad to think I wouldn't look after you if you needed anything, but that is your call. We might disagree about the name you called your funny friend earlier, and I was deeply offended by that. A postal worker actively chooses to work for that company whereas a homeless person doesn't choose to be like that. We have to agree to disagree on this matter. <div><br></div><div>Xmas handshake <br><div><div><br></div><div><br></div></div></div>
Am afraid I am not that socially intelligent, I wish I was. The issue regarding trouble was watching your back. I am not sure how we got on to kitchens and the 1950s. I would said the same whatever your gender. I know you don't give a fuck, but I do. I think there is little point continuing with this as you will interpret things they way you want to. So I will say sorry for any offence caused and extend a xmas hand as peace.
I'd like to nominate some of the staff at Tesco . And I'm not being sarcastic. I know some of them aren't too friendly but others have always been chatty and helpful..
Paola, as discussed. Also Andy for founding and maintaining this forum and for his heroic restraint in moderating. I would have told lots of people off by now.
I think Jo and those who organise PACT meals are pretty good contenders. After all, they feed people. Not as regularly and often as needed, perhaps, but they're educating about food not being thrown away and bring people together. I've been there, cooking, and it's always a nice atmosphere. People from all walks of life turn up and enjoy a good meal.<br>
I find a 'hero' should be someone who does something extraordinary for the community, not a person who's chatty at work. After all, working at Tesco, or anywhere where you need customer service skills, means you're expected to be friendly. What a sad world do we live in when smiling at work qualifies you for an award? It should be a given.<br><br>
I went to see Kiren today (dry cleaners) - he was delightful as ever. We also talked about the wonderful Afgan baker on Blackstock road who makes the best nan I have ever tasted. I know that doesn't deserve hero status but just thought I would mention. <div><br></div><div><br></div>
@Stella, try their grandads too.<div><br></div><div>re definition, 'SG hero' here means: gold bar - life saving services and.or high moral status ; silver medal - seriously impressive personal contribution . bronze button - charm, skill and kindness personified eg gita in tesco, ping in Tollingtons; . booby prize for 'whinger of the year' sponsored by Rocky from Chapter One . so there are 3 winners and a runner up</div><div><br></div><div>clock is ticking.<br><div><br></div><div><br></div></div>
I would say being friendly in a fairly difficult work environment qualifies you for 'hero' status. Anyway, it was a bit of a joke. <div><br></div><div><br></div>
I am still stuck in Devon in flooded bumvillle but will trumpet the wiynners soon as I get back to the familiar (dry) stink of Lorne Road!
I can't wait to see the winners posted on the fridge door by the SG Elves and will let you know ASAP.
Chang
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