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Originally Posted by KSUViolet06
People arguing in my presence.
I never know what to do.
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I completely agree. This happened to me last night with two friends of mine and it was mad awkward. Like "mommy and daddy are yelling and I don't know what to do". I told them that later though and they laughed. We're good friends, so it's not too bad if they have a tiff, but if it's an acquaintance or someone you just met it's excruciating. I also hate hate HATE it when people yell. Ever, for any reason. It makes me so anxious/upset.
Also awkward, when you're babysitting and the family gets back and you have to say goodbye. It's awkward because you don't want to just go "PEACE" but at the same time, once the parents are there, there is no reason to stay, but I don't want to seem overeager to leave. That feels rude. Also it's awkward because you've kind of been the parent/caretaker for several hours and now the real parent is back, so your role has been usurped too.
Even awkwarder-- when you're waiting around for them to pay you. You know that's why you're there, but honestly that's not why I do it (I do it because I love the kids) and it's just icky feeling. Also I hate it if they get the total wrong because I hate asking for more money, as I feel I get paid well already. Bleh.
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