Coco Ross
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Domestic Diva Mysteries
by
Krista Davis
Do you ever feel like bad times come in waves? It seems that way in my life. Months pass with complete normalcy. Oh, sure, there are the annoying drivers who honk in traffic (Really, when it's bumper to bumper what do they expect me to do. Fly?) or a shop that sends the wrong item, but that's little stuff. Not the kind of thing that keeps me awake at night.
And then, when I least expect it, just when life is going really well, a crisis of gigantic proportions slams me. Lately, I lie in bed at night, thinking about ways to bump someone off. That's terrible, isn't it? Maybe you know the thorn in my side? It's Natasha. That's right. The woman with the local TV show about all things domestic.
Natasha has been badmouthing my family's company, Amore Chocolates. We're celebrating our 60th anniversary with all kinds of events. We've been planning them for over a year. And now this Natasha is saying, on her TV show, mind you, that we're elitists because we're not inviting the entire world to our chocolate tasting. First of all, it's none of her business. Second, how many people does she think we can fit into the garden behind my dad's house? And third, what would possess her to say these things publicly on her TV show?
We're flying people into town as our special guests. I have TV shows (not Natasha's!) lined up for interviews and baking demonstrations using chocolate. This is the time for Amore to shine, but Natasha is pouring buckets of ice water on our parade.
Any advice before I land in the slammer?
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Was Natasha invited to the event? If not, then I would say she is upset (perhaps it is jealousy), and this is her way of getting "revenge." You can invited her to the event or send her a gift (sort of peace offering). You can threaten to sue her for defamation if her statements are false and cause harm to your company's reputation (though I am not sure how hard it is to prove in a court of law). Maybe talk to Sophie or Mars and see what advise they can give you on how to deal with Natasha. I wish you all the best luck in solving this issue!
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It's easier when dealing with Natasha to try and get along and ignore her as much as possible. Your best bet is to talk to Sophie as she goes through this all they time and has since they were girls together. Hope it works out for you and your family and company. poohwine1217@gmail.com
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Ignore her and enjoy your celebration! She's jealous and it is eating her up. That's the best revenge.
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You've really no choice - she has to go. Now the fun part........how?
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Establish an alibi:-)
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Smile, smile, smile. Interject her comments with "Really? That is a different way of looking at that. Hummmmmm, interesting. That is a different interpretation!!" Ad infinitum. Don't let her see you sweat!! Keeping mouthing these platitudes and it will drive her crazy!!
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DeleteNatasha sounds like a real pain! Thanks for the giveaway---maybe after my horrible day yesterday I could win and turn my bad vibes into good one.
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Ask Soohie what to do. She has been dealing with Natasha for years. Love this series of books. Keep writing!
ReplyDeleteWell, it's going to be hard but you need to try to stay calm and not do anything rash, and don't write or say anything that you don't want everyone to see - you know how that stuff gets out!
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Buy her a plane ticket to some far away but irresistible location and send it to her anonymously.
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Natasha - Everyone has one in their life. Ignore her. susanmv @ comcast.net
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I'd send her some chocolates!!
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Get rid of her and give her a big bar of chocolate.
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I just finished this book a couple of days ago and enjoyed it very much. Really no surprise since I've liked every one in this series and often wish I was more like Sophie--able to make fabulous food for friends on a moments notice!
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