Agreed...I would probably say something like, "I'm sorry that you have to clean up this big mess". Actually, I'm always apologizing to the school janitor because as much as I try to have the kids clean up after themselves, they sometimes get away before I realize how trashed the carpet is. -- Susan W.'s La Femme Nikita Message Board

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Date Posted: 14:28:08 01/13/02 Sun
Author: Susan W
Subject: Agreed...I would probably say something like, "I'm sorry that you have to clean up this big mess". Actually, I'm always apologizing to the school janitor because as much as I try to have the kids clean up after themselves, they sometimes get away before I realize how trashed the carpet is.
In reply to: PJ 's message, "When talking to a maid, "poor you" might sound too condescending (the speaker is superior to the one being spoken to). Among close friends or relatives, "poor you" is probably acceptable if said in a humorous or extra-caring manner. When talking to the maid, "I feel sorry for you" is probably the best choice. Hope this helps!" on 10:05:09 01/07/02 Mon

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