Either way, he's insensitive and stupid
Echo that. Not the UK, but in Israel, that would be sexual harassment as well.
You have the emotional maturity of a blueberry scone.
Giles ,'Touched'
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Shir - Feb 08, 2012 11:05:58 pm PST #9576 of 9843
"And that's why God Almighty gave us fire insurance and the public defender".
Seska (the Watcher-in-Training) - Feb 09, 2012 3:46:35 am PST #9577 of 9843
"We're all stories, in the end. Just make it a good one, eh?"
One of the women at this company wants to know if the following behavior would tolerated in the UK
I agree that the answer is no. There are very clear laws on sexual harassment here. And, yes, the main point is that it's sexual harassment where he's working now.
Fred Pete - Feb 09, 2012 4:43:36 am PST #9578 of 9843
Ann, that's a ferret.
I'm an American who stands second to nobody in his enjoyment of the British and "their little eccentricities" (Anfield Cat Rules!). My description of that guy would start with "appalling" and go on from there.
Typo Boy - Feb 09, 2012 2:14:14 pm PST #9579 of 9843
Calli: My people have a saying. A man who trusts can never be betrayed, only mistaken.Avon: Life expectancy among your people must be extremely short.
Thanks all. She guessed this, but wanted ammunition against the "eccentric Brit" defense before she went to HR. Not, as everyone has said, that it should make a difference, but it is good to KNOW that it is bullshit. So again, thanks.
meara - Feb 09, 2012 3:02:15 pm PST #9580 of 9843
If he was gay, it would be still asinine behavior, but slightly less creepy. But still not acceptable.
Fiona - Feb 18, 2012 1:41:31 am PST #9581 of 9843
In case people are wondering, we're going away today for a few days' of skiing (well, the rest of the family ski; I intend to catch up on some reading and spend lots of time dozing). But I will check in here when we return.
Signed,
Mother-of-a-boy-who-hits-double-figures-tomorrow (if you can believe THAT...).
Liese S. - Feb 18, 2012 12:12:57 pm PST #9582 of 9843
"Faded like the lilac, he thought."
That sounds lovely, Fiona.
And no, that can't possibly be true. He's the board baby!
Nilly - Feb 19, 2012 12:33:13 am PST #9583 of 9843
Swouncing
Skipping (why, yes, even in this thread, that's how behind I am) because, according to the Buffista Calendar, today is Benno's birthday.
And if I have my numbers right (I just counted on my fingers, and used both hands, but didn't have to take off any socks in order to start counting toes), this boy who was born when the board already thrived (though not yet on the Phoenix Board), has two digits in his age starting today. I can't believe it (hence the counting on said fingers), and yet, apparently, the numbers must be so.
Happy birthday, you big wonderful boy! With lots of wishes for your mom, your sister, and all your family, as well!
DavidS - Feb 19, 2012 7:14:04 am PST #9584 of 9843
"Look, son, if it's good enough for Shirley Bassey, it's good enough for you."
Happy birthday, Benno! First born of Buffista babies!
Beverly - Feb 19, 2012 10:27:02 am PST #9585 of 9843
Days shrink and grow cold, sunlight through leaves is my song. Winter is long.
Happy Birthday, Benno, birthday twin! You chose a great day for your grand entrance. I hope your promotion to double digits is a happy one!