THE ART OF TIPPING

THE ART OF TIPPING

Roger A. Davis

Simply said, "Attitude of Gratitude"
Those who don’t are rude
We are talking gratuities
You know, appreciation fees
It can be for service at lunch
Or for the delivery of flowers in a bunch

Wages of the server are mostly in your tip
Add 15 or 20 percent, not zip
If the service is not up to satisfaction
Use constructive criticism, not subtraction
They may be having a bad day
You’ve been there; don’t dock their pay

For some services, the tip is included in the bill
Like getting an oil fill
Or a large party meal
The tip is a done deal
Why am I bothering you with this appeal?
My concern for the servers is real

Valet, bellhops and food servers have it rough
They have to put up with all kinds of stuff
Spilled drinks, heavy luggage, impatient clientele
Please be generous; don’t make their lives hell
So, Happy New Year to my Santa’s Helpers in 2009
And may all your customers treat you fine