I was at a friend's house today (I'll call her "V") when she received a call from one of her friends (we'll call her "S"). I know "S", and she had attended my first Pampered Chef kitchen show that I did for "V". Well, "S" was inviting "V" to a Book-party (Usborne or something maybe?) that she was "hosting" on WEDNESDAY NIGHT! Two days away!! "V" said 'no', that she and her husband have a standing "date" to watch their favorite TV show, etc. It's a family-time for her. Well, "S" wouldn't take no for an answer and started getting mad at "V"! She said things like "Well, I always have gone to YOUR parties!" (like my friend has that many, she's had two in the last few years I've known her!).
My friend persisted. But after she got off the phone, I got more of the story. Apparently, "S" was going to ANOTHER friend's House who was hosting a Tastefully simple party. So "S" decided she was going to have a book party at the same time and AT THAT OTHER LADY'S HOUSE! They are combining parties or something. I was floored...first that she did that (maybe they did it by choice, but knowing "S" enough as I do, I am sure she pushed her way in) but that she would be mad when she only gives two days notice! I asked my friend if she had anyone coming- and obviously, no one said they could come.
Let's just say, that is ONE person I am not doing a customer-care call to because frankly, I do not want to do a show for her ("S"). This is 'typical' of her. She's last minute and expects everyone ELSE to accommodate her. I can only imagine trying to do a show for her. Not worth my effort or headache, nor risking messing with friendships. I'm just an acquaintance who sees her at birthday parties, etc...but it could make it awkward for my friend.
Just had to share. I mean, I've heard of booking-in-close, but 2 days was a bit ridiculous- at least to then get MAD when folks can't come. It's one thing to try, but don't get mad when someone has plans.
My friend persisted. But after she got off the phone, I got more of the story. Apparently, "S" was going to ANOTHER friend's House who was hosting a Tastefully simple party. So "S" decided she was going to have a book party at the same time and AT THAT OTHER LADY'S HOUSE! They are combining parties or something. I was floored...first that she did that (maybe they did it by choice, but knowing "S" enough as I do, I am sure she pushed her way in) but that she would be mad when she only gives two days notice! I asked my friend if she had anyone coming- and obviously, no one said they could come.
Let's just say, that is ONE person I am not doing a customer-care call to because frankly, I do not want to do a show for her ("S"). This is 'typical' of her. She's last minute and expects everyone ELSE to accommodate her. I can only imagine trying to do a show for her. Not worth my effort or headache, nor risking messing with friendships. I'm just an acquaintance who sees her at birthday parties, etc...but it could make it awkward for my friend.
Just had to share. I mean, I've heard of booking-in-close, but 2 days was a bit ridiculous- at least to then get MAD when folks can't come. It's one thing to try, but don't get mad when someone has plans.