Saturday 26th August – early eveningTime to go to Giusy’s. The last customer is about to leave as I walk in. Giusy is giving the lady her change and a few sachets of something or other. Free samples? The customer gives me a sharp look and leaves without saying anything. Giusy and I are the only two left in the shop. Locking up Giusy says: “How much are we cutting off?”
“We could have an inch off, I suppose.” Then looking around me, I say: “You’ve done up this place nicely.”
“Yeah, I’m happy with the way it’s turned out. There’s lots of hairdressers round here, you know, I gotta fight for me customers. You’ve gotta be a better stylist, listen to the ladies, give ’em what they want.”
“Never easy when you’re dealing with the public. People can be difficult,” I say.
“Think I told ya Albert
