Re: Gryphoemia code 10
Posted by Natasha on February 25, 2004 at 21:24:37:
In reply to: Gryphoemia code 10 posted by Kimm Moon on February 25, 2004 at 16:20:33:
Oh yeah. They got you good. What a good thing that it's all OVERnow! Everyone else has given you excellent advice.
I use a number system...and if they aren't there when I call their
number, they go to the back of the line -- I make this clear when i
give out the numbers.
But these crazy events happen. And the parents can be the WORST (you
wonder where these kids pick up rude habits...) In my other job as a
Mad Scientist, I did a "hands-on-booth" last night for 200 kids at an
elementary school. There were four of us -- each doing a take-home
project for the kids. It was mobbed! I was making tornados in a
bottle and burned myself pretty good with the hot glue gun while the
kids were crowding and grabbing and I was doing my best to impose
some crowd control. But, it did end. The kids all got their
projects to take home. A few of them learned a little science. My
fingers will heal. And I'm sure it will lead to real paid work for
Mad Science.
I was so exhausted when i got home I just ate some chocolate and went
to bed...
And this morning I am extremely grateful that I don't have to do that
again...or on a regular basis.
Numbers...small designs for big events...a no-smudge policy...all
very useful in maintaining sanity. Also a big sign that says: "The
Henna Artist is taking a break -- back in 15 minutes" Bring
chocolate and something to drink -- even just a couple minutes in the
bathroom can make all the difference in your sanity.
And just tell that troop leader that in the confusion of the event,
you forgot to mention that additional visits aren't free...
Hang in there!!!!
(((HUGS))))
Natasha
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