I much prefer being asked straight out. That way I can grumble about being asked properly without it seeming like I am somehow not on the team! Maybe that's it, she is deploying management speak against me.
I did it all. Hurt my shoulder slightly painting the darmned roof. And it needs a second coat, grrr!
I don't think anyone would steal the bins in my street. It is rather a genteel area! Our house is a bit shit but it was the price we paid to get in that area if you get me. We could have got a massive mansion somewhere less lovely. Glasgow, much as I love it can be a rough old place still so it is nice to live in a happy place :OD