First of all, let me begin by saying I adore my clients but since the occurrence, I still have not figured out my plan if it happens again. I was driving my clients to look at more properties after a long day of searching and a quick stop for lunch. (Darn you Chili’s!)
Nevertheless, I was trying to concentrate on what my client was saying when something extremely malodorous entered my nostrils. I had the windows up and the a/c on a comfortable level, and this smell coming from the back seat felt like it slapped me. I honestly could even taste it.
The dilemma hit me as my eyes began to water because I knew he knew I knew what that smell was. I have always thought of impeccable manners as being essential, and my brain wrestled with what to do. Should I roll down the windows and gasp for air? Should I make a joke? I didn’t. To my sheer horror, I did not act. I continued tasting and experiencing the full assault of his noxious emission and I toughed it out.
It bothered me on so many levels, that I questioned every thoughtful person I knew, and still I have not gotten a plan together if it should happen again. Most responses have been to do the obvious and roll down the windows, but I felt so obligated not to embarrass him. How does one balance respectful manners with the need to breathe? What would I possibly say? Any tips? Thank you in advance for any advice you might offer! :-0
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