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Not Afraid · 07-14-2006, 11:02 AM

Dear Floyd Landis.

You rock!

Love,
Adoring fan.

Dear Tour:

Thank you for being exciting - finally. It only took 11 stages, bit I'm willing to wait.

Love,

Not a Tour Posesur

Andrew · 07-14-2006, 12:27 PM

Dear Allied Waste of San Mateo County,

Why do you have to be such obstinate bitches about everything? Isn't the sole reason for your existence to pick up trash and debris? How is it that, after we paid an outrageous $389 for you to drop off a 15 cu. yd. debris box in front of our house, you can't manage to pick it up on schedule a week later, and then when we call to find out (and have to leave a message because you don't answer your phones) we get a message back saying you don't have our address? Why do three separate groups of pick-up personnel (regular recycling, yard waste recycling, general trash) all refuse to take bagged yard waste? And why are you all so incredibly rude?

Sincerely,

The person who will be filing a complaint with your franchise authority as soon as I can figure out how.

scaeagles · 07-14-2006, 12:46 PM

(I used to coach the kids of the Allied Waste CEO. He has since been forced out of that position, if I recall.)

katiesue · 07-14-2006, 01:28 PM

Dear Federal Express,

Could your website run any slower?

Sincerely,
Still Waiting

Ghoulish Delight · 07-14-2006, 01:51 PM

Dear Former Veteranary Clinic of choice:

I'm writing in regards to the debacle that was our attempt to get our rabbit, Munchkin, neutered this weekend. Thank you so much for the 6:40AM call to cancel today's appointemnt. Truly a wonderful way to start the morning.

Would it have killed you, however, to have checked the rabbit suregeon's work schedule a week ago, when my wife made the appointment? Or perhaps any of the days between a week ago and today? Like maybe yesterday, when you called to confirm the appointment. Is it really that hard to look at the schedule when taking appointments to see that the surgeon who knows how to perform the procedure won't be working the day of the appointment?

Here's what particularly concerns me. In the confirmation call yesterday, which I received on my answering machine, you instructed us to withold food from Munchkin starting at 10PM last night since he will be going under anesthesia. Now, I thought I had read that rabbits should NOT fast before surgery as the need for fasting arises from the risk of vomitting in cats and dogs, while rabbits do not vomit. In fact, it can be dangerous for rabbits to fast because it can cause they digestive system to shut down. But, I figured, you're the doctor, right?

After the call this morning, however, I'm kicking myself for not trusting my instincts. Clearly the receptionist who handled all this NEVER ACTUALLY TALKED TO THE DOCTOR! If she had, she'd know the doctor wasn't going to be working today. Most likely, she looked at the details of the procedure, saw "anesthetic", and went through her usual "make them fast" script for dogs and cats. And this from a clinic that claims to specialize in exotics, and who is recommended by pet rabbit societies! I confirmed my misgivings today with research from several different soucres that emphatically say not to fast a rabbit.

Due to the risk at which you put my beloved pet due to this lack of attention, I no longer feel comfortable coming to you for his care. And I may be contacting the rabbit societies that list you as a recommended clinic about this.

Sincerely,
Worried parents

[and yes, CP has already called and told them of our decission to switch, and why]

DreadPirateRoberts · 07-14-2006, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ghoulish Delight

I'm writing in regards to the debacle that was our attempt to get our rabbit, Munchkin, neutered this weekend.

Dear GD/CP,

Why was I not included in this discussion? I have some thoughts on this issue that I would like to discuss with you.

Signed,

Munchkin

Matterhorn Fan · 07-14-2006, 01:58 PM

Dear Worried Parents:
This sort of thing happens when the doctor is a family practitioner, too. My first attempt to find a doctor in this state went similarly. I showed up for a standard blood test and was met with "have you been fasting?" and a receptionist that looked insulted when I said "of course not." I know from years of experience that I did not need to fast (if only they'd told me to over the phone, I would've been able to save myself some time and a co-pay). I concluded this doctor was not worthy and I moved on. I should have moved on before even meeting the guy.
Sincerely,
Patient who doesn't blindly trust doctors

Not Afraid · 07-14-2006, 02:24 PM

Dear Lottery,

Please deliver a winning tickt to my door. I need to have central air install immediately as well as some shade landscaping done - plus, I'll have to play my electricity bils. So, if you could take care of that ASAP, I would be forever grateful.

Sincerely,

Not happy being hot.

Not Afraid · 07-14-2006, 02:29 PM

Dear Charles,

Must you always walk in front of me when I am trying to go somewhere in the house? I DO know my way around this place and I promise not to get lost.

Or, if you MUST lead me, please walk a tiny bit faster. ok?

Love,

Impatient Mommy.

scaeagles · 07-14-2006, 02:49 PM

Dear LoT,

You guys all rock. Seriously. Health concerns, job issues, you're there. Good advice, funny as hell, intelligent, good peeps.

Affectionately,
Leo, scaeagles, skankles, shingles, skaygles, whatever you choose to call me

07-14-2006, 11:02 AM	#171
Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	Dear Floyd Landis. You rock! Love, Adoring fan. Dear Tour: Thank you for being exciting - finally. It only took 11 stages, bit I'm willing to wait. Love, Not a Tour Posesur
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07-14-2006, 12:27 PM	#172
Andrew Making Good Girls Go Bad Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Palo Alto, CA Posts: 734	Dear Allied Waste of San Mateo County, Why do you have to be such obstinate bitches about everything? Isn't the sole reason for your existence to pick up trash and debris? How is it that, after we paid an outrageous $389 for you to drop off a 15 cu. yd. debris box in front of our house, you can't manage to pick it up on schedule a week later, and then when we call to find out (and have to leave a message because you don't answer your phones) we get a message back saying you don't have our address? Why do three separate groups of pick-up personnel (regular recycling, yard waste recycling, general trash) all refuse to take bagged yard waste? And why are you all so incredibly rude? Sincerely, The person who will be filing a complaint with your franchise authority as soon as I can figure out how. __________________ -- Andrew Just Andrew. Do I contradict myself? Very well then, I contradict myself. (I am large, I contain multitudes.) -- Walt Whitman, "Song of Myself"
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07-14-2006, 12:46 PM	#173
scaeagles I LIKE! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 7,819	(I used to coach the kids of the Allied Waste CEO. He has since been forced out of that position, if I recall.)
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07-14-2006, 01:28 PM	#174
katiesue Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: San Diego Posts: 4,678	Dear Federal Express, Could your website run any slower? Sincerely, Still Waiting __________________ My life is so exciting I can hardly stand it.
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07-14-2006, 01:51 PM	#175
Ghoulish Delight I Floop the Pig Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Alternative Swankstyle Posts: 19,348	Dear Former Veteranary Clinic of choice: I'm writing in regards to the debacle that was our attempt to get our rabbit, Munchkin, neutered this weekend. Thank you so much for the 6:40AM call to cancel today's appointemnt. Truly a wonderful way to start the morning. Would it have killed you, however, to have checked the rabbit suregeon's work schedule a week ago, when my wife made the appointment? Or perhaps any of the days between a week ago and today? Like maybe yesterday, when you called to confirm the appointment. Is it really that hard to look at the schedule when taking appointments to see that the surgeon who knows how to perform the procedure won't be working the day of the appointment? Here's what particularly concerns me. In the confirmation call yesterday, which I received on my answering machine, you instructed us to withold food from Munchkin starting at 10PM last night since he will be going under anesthesia. Now, I thought I had read that rabbits should NOT fast before surgery as the need for fasting arises from the risk of vomitting in cats and dogs, while rabbits do not vomit. In fact, it can be dangerous for rabbits to fast because it can cause they digestive system to shut down. But, I figured, you're the doctor, right? After the call this morning, however, I'm kicking myself for not trusting my instincts. Clearly the receptionist who handled all this NEVER ACTUALLY TALKED TO THE DOCTOR! If she had, she'd know the doctor wasn't going to be working today. Most likely, she looked at the details of the procedure, saw "anesthetic", and went through her usual "make them fast" script for dogs and cats. And this from a clinic that claims to specialize in exotics, and who is recommended by pet rabbit societies! I confirmed my misgivings today with research from several different soucres that emphatically say not to fast a rabbit. Due to the risk at which you put my beloved pet due to this lack of attention, I no longer feel comfortable coming to you for his care. And I may be contacting the rabbit societies that list you as a recommended clinic about this. Sincerely, Worried parents [and yes, CP has already called and told them of our decission to switch, and why] __________________ 'He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me.' -TJ
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07-14-2006, 01:58 PM	#177
Matterhorn Fan Double Agent Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Back East Posts: 2,071	Dear Worried Parents: This sort of thing happens when the doctor is a family practitioner, too. My first attempt to find a doctor in this state went similarly. I showed up for a standard blood test and was met with "have you been fasting?" and a receptionist that looked insulted when I said "of course not." I know from years of experience that I did not need to fast (if only they'd told me to over the phone, I would've been able to save myself some time and a co-pay). I concluded this doctor was not worthy and I moved on. I should have moved on before even meeting the guy. Sincerely, Patient who doesn't blindly trust doctors
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07-14-2006, 02:24 PM	#178
Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	Dear Lottery, Please deliver a winning tickt to my door. I need to have central air install immediately as well as some shade landscaping done - plus, I'll have to play my electricity bils. So, if you could take care of that ASAP, I would be forever grateful. Sincerely, Not happy being hot.
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07-14-2006, 02:29 PM	#179
Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	Dear Charles, Must you always walk in front of me when I am trying to go somewhere in the house? I DO know my way around this place and I promise not to get lost. Or, if you MUST lead me, please walk a tiny bit faster. ok? Love, Impatient Mommy.
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07-14-2006, 02:49 PM	#180
scaeagles I LIKE! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 7,819	Dear LoT, You guys all rock. Seriously. Health concerns, job issues, you're there. Good advice, funny as hell, intelligent, good peeps. Affectionately, Leo, scaeagles, skankles, shingles, skaygles, whatever you choose to call me
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