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Urgh mum just called to ask if I can house/dog sit for them for 4 weeks in August/September while they go on another US holiday. Usually I'd go and do it if it's a week or two but now that I'm expected back in the office, I'd have to commute from friggin Melton and leave $2.2k worth of Docklands apartment empty.. the entire reason why I live here is to avoid the shit commute, so I've said no. Besides, I think I might want to go on my own holiday around then but I haven't planned anything.
Are your folks retired? I feel that sometimes those who are retired seem to forget what it’s like to work five days a week and do what we’re doing day in and day out and how exhausting it is. Hopefully yours understands why you said no.
Yeah both retired. Mum only just retired a few months ago from a high level job so she knows all about it. She was fine with me saying no, albeit disappointed because me house/dog sitting is by far the best option for them and the dog.
The dog can’t come and stay with you?
Nah he wouldn't do well in my apartment. He's used to being able to go outside whenever he needs to and would probably freak out when I went to work.