The White Elephant, Episode 13, Resilience"

Oh dear, oh dear.

Problem Ceilia?

Well according to my calculations, in the past two months we’ve only had 22 customers. I’m not sure we can afford to stay in business.

Well you gave it your best shot but maybe it’s time to say enough is enough - and give up. No doubt I’ll get a new job at some high-class restaurant.

Oh be quiet Gordon and let me think.

I knew she couldn’t cope. She calls herself a business woman but really I’m the brains behind this business.

Really?! Actually, I think she’s a tough cookie - and she doesn’t strike me as the sort of person to give up easily.

Ha! Don’t forget I used to be married to her. You might seem as tough as old boots but she wouldn’t say boo to a goose. She’s as soft as a little kitten…

Excuse me… you’re the one who cried all the way through the royal wedding on TV! Believe me Gordon, I’m a game old bird and I’ve decided to make some changes.

Oh… right Ceilia. Let’s hear them then.

Right. Well firstly, I think we ought to extend the menu and offer more choices.

That’s impossible.

Well maybe for you… perhaps we ought to think about staffing then?

You’re relentless.

And what is the second point Ceilia?

Well secondly, I think we ought to open earlier and try to get more customers in for lunchtime.

Working longer hours you mean!

Well tough luck Gordon. You might think that I’m as gentle as a kitten but I’m as hard as nails and believe me I’m not going to give up on this business yet. So go on, think of something new for the menu.

Aww, tough love Gordon! Do you want the recipe book?