So I know I was trying to be positive today, but this has been bothering me for a long time. With all the recent publicity of Anne Hathaway for DWP, I can't help but be reminded. I got the joy, or should I say unfortunate, opportunity (I mean let's face it, I had to. It was my job..) to wait on Ms. Hathaway last summer around this time.How do I put this nicely? She was not so nice. First, her and her older male friend (may have been on Princess Diaries with her...I've never seen it..so I can't be sure), strolled into the bar of open tables. Of course they beeline to the table that seats 15 and with 5 reserved signs on it with birthday decorations. Interesting choice Anne. We were expecting a party of 20 at any moment for a birthday party. Seriously, are you crazy? What wouldn't you understand about reserve signs and balloons? Did you think we put them there for you?I took a deep breathe and walked over to explain ever so nicely that I could get them a quick drink but a birthday party was on their way in and they bought this table (look at the decorations!!!!)....I explained that I just wanted to warn them and I'd be sure to accomodate them in anyway I could (I made sure to smile a lot and apologize profusely).This is when Anne's true star power started to shine. She gave me the coldest stare I have ever had upon me and snapped that she'd have a sparkling water and he ordered some wine. I hurried to get it and my manager yelled at me to get them up. I told her who she was and what had happened, and my manager reminded me that everyone is equal. I took the mineral water and the check. The party came and Anne and Co. ran off without paying. NICE!I know we all have our moments, but this is not the only story I've heard of her devilish ways! Maybe she doesn't know any better. I have found that those that never had to work in the service industry don't understand. I can always forgive if people make an effort to understand. There still is hope for Anne!Return to Tip Or Tat HOMEPAGE