A CERTAIN MAN who recognizes that he was somewhat naughty is trying hard to be nice before Christmas.
It seems he is concerned the silver-haired but lean Mrs Santa Claus, whom he reportedly offended, won’t be too partial to him if he doesn’t make amends for his recent embarrassing outburst.
From what Cou Cou was told the outburst occurred at a gathering to discuss Santa Claus’ presents in a land known, ironically, for its rising sun. Santa was represented by Mrs Claus, and after she made a point, this man thought it necessary to strongly disagree with her.
This normally very genteel man told Mrs Claus emphatically that her proposal of the same present for everyone despite their peculiar circumstances was old hat, and she and Santa Claus had to start thinking differently.
According to those in the know, it was not so much what he said, as many at the gathering agreed with him. It was more how he registered his objection that seemed to cause offence.
Since returning home, and no doubt ruminating in his ivory tower about what he said, and how he said it, the man decided to send Mrs Claus an apology. Instead of sending it the traditional way by snail mail, the man sent it by email.
We don’t know if he did this because it was the fastest way to reach the regal lady or if he decided since a former colleague could receive definitive orders via fax, email would suffice.
We do know, though, that the email sent seems to have made matters worse. Apparently, the content has been interpreted as a continuation of the salvo, and not an apology at all.
Now this man is beside himself with worry about what kind of present Mrs Claus will send for Christmas or the new year.
Big-foot move
A SPECIAL VALENTINE’S DAY present seems to be in the offing.
Cou Cou has learnt that a certain group are pushing full speed ahead to host a much anticipated quinquennial event close to the day of love. It seems they are hoping this move may prove favourable to them and show the world how loved they really are.
Those who closely watch such manoeuvrings said that a number of events held in mid to late January had already been rescheduled to facilitate this. They point out, too, that the mouthings of members suggest a hectic opening to 2013 with a number of outstanding matters to be concluded. With such
a schedule only one thing could be in the offing.
If this is accurate, come the season of love, we all shall see who is more loved.
Staff hard done
PEOPLE WORKING CONSTANTLY in a reputable business on the hill are having yet another “blue” Christmas. It’s due to their pay increases, or rather, the lack of them; while at the same time the “big boys” are reaping sweets.
Recently the staff were informed in a long email that no bonus would be paid this year, and as a replacement they would be getting ten days off.
This joy turned to frustration when on examination they discovered that they were really only getting three days off, as they were entitled to the remainder.
And that’s not all, for the second straight year there will be a red carpet affair in the car park; this event last year had drinks from the lowest end of the price range and food that was neither tasty nor of quality.
Now even those in the know are wondering just how this institution will fare next year with an ever decreasing staff morale.
