I told the students one of best ways to chat to pople everyday is to ask everyone they meet "how's your day going?" It's a simple way to listen to people and show an interest with no agenda. Went to a car auction this week - lots of noise in the background and it's cold so I get a cup of tea.
"How's your day going?", I ask to the lady serving.
"Great she replied, really good, how are you ?"
"Great", I replied.
"You know they're having baby", she continues. At this point I lose it - what is she talking about?
"Right", I said "erm who"? I venture ...
"What?" she says
"Who's having a baby" ? I continue.
"Dave, of course", she laughs, "who else?"
"Right," I smiled, " Of course, Dave", I laugh - pause - "who's Dave?" Now we're both looking really confused.
"Dave my son , you asked me how's Dave going?". The Penny drops.
"No, I said how's your day going." Peels of laughter ...
I'll keep Dave in my prayers.
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