Being a working parent means your mornings probably look more like a circus act than a serene still-life. Juggling pre-made lunches, to-go coffees, shoe-tying, teeth brushing, and a call from your boss all before 8 AM can make anyone start to lose their marbles a bit, but this chaotic lifestyle certainly doesn't grant you a free pass to demand a favor from your coworkers–especially if you're using your family as an excuse to receive special treatment in the workplace.
The mom in this next story, however, struggled to balance motherhood and employment, turning snarky and passive-aggressive towards her coworkers to get her shifts covered… Little did she know, she was dealing with a steadfast crew who had a life of their own they weren't willing to sacrifice.
Besides, insults don't get you very far when you're begging for a favor.
Who knew! We all have plans outside of work, so when this mom came barging into the workplace telling–no, commanding–her younger coworker to pick up her shift, their colleague, u/Reginaldmuscles, was not receptive. Apparently, this working mom never learned that you catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar.
Read on for all the details of how this parent seriously insulted their coworker in a (failed) attempt to get their shifts covered.
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