Ted: so how are things going? is your boss still giving you a hard time?
Helen: Did you have to bring that while we're eating ? I've had a terrible morning.
Ted: forgive me
Helen: it's just that i can never seem to do anything right in her mind.
Ted: Do you want to talk about it? Sometimes it's better to get it off your chest.
Helen: I guess you're right. Well Brenda, my boss, always seem to be checking up on me to see if i come to work late or leave early. She's always asking other people about me. i'm really sick of it.
Ted: Why don't you think about looking for another job. if it's really as bad as you say, you should leave.
Helen: Easier said than done,Ted. Don't forget i have a rent to pay and food to buy. i have no savings so i can't afford to be above all.
Ted: Why not try talking to Brenda. Be calm and,above all,be nice. As they say, you always get more with honey than with vinegar.
Helen: You're right. i'll just have to have a more positive attitude from now on
Ted: See? Things are improving already!