I’m 22, working as a housekeeper at a high-end beach resort in Florida. This is just a temporary job until I can save what I need for my next semester of nursing school. Most guests are pleasant and sometimes even tip. There was one exception: Ms. Eleonor. She arrived last week with designer bags and an unmistakable attitude—her “Daddy pays for everything” vibe filled the lobby. Her credit card actually read Daddy’s Platinum. The first thing she said was, “DO YOU GET A BONUS FOR LOOKING MISERABLE, OR IS THAT JUST PART OF THE JOB?” I kept my smile polite.... Continues…
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