Dealing with small children

[R. Goodale]

Tom Cole wrote:
> 
> Is there some reason why you let this woman use you for a free cherub
> watcher? You tore up the card so I take it that you weren't afraid of
> losing a customer. Isn't there some way to say to the woman that your
> child is adorable but I really need to concentrate on my work and I
> would prefer not to babysit at the same time? The moment she puts the
> baby next to you? Before you get angry?

Might I add,IMHO...
In a few short years the baby may grow up to become a young budding
piano student, insuring a long-term regular customer.

Rob Goodale