Internal theft... that wants to hang out

Dear “Been Caught Stealing”,

Like I said when we spoke, I’m not mad, just disappointed. Sucks right? That is like the worst thing a parent can say to you, and I feel like yours right now having to explain to you how unethical it is to take money that is not yours. I am sure you were in a tough spot, and needed the money to go on your trip to Miami. It’s hard being a thirty year old and having to actually work for your spending money, but it is in fact wrong.

The good thing is you have been working here for years so I’m sure you have a nice amount saved, or at least have had a lot of good times throughout the years with it. I can only imagine how shocked you are to finally be caught, especially by me, who has only worked with you for a month or so, what can I say? My dad being a cop and my experience as a mall security guard has made me very perceptive of what to look for in untrustworthy people. I’m just happy to be in a place in life where I can do this without having to wear a ridiculous uniform and have teenagers throw skittles at me from a parking structure. My pride may finally be restored…… or not.

Since you came to me the other day explaining that you were broke, so I bought you lunch to get you through the day I realize the large amount of money you took is probably not invested in savings somewhere. Had I known I could have saved a couple of bucks by just letting you run the register and taking what you wanted without asking for it I would have.

I will say, if it makes you feel any better, you were one late shift away from being fired for a different reason anyway. Had that happened, I still would have lied and claimed not to be mad, but rather disappointed. Because you can probably tell from this blog, the compassionate demeanor I display when having these conversations is in fact NOT what is going on in my head. I can guarantee you there are conversations I walk away from thinking I deserve an Oscar for.

Now, as for your request to keep in touch and possibly hang out in the near future, I’m going to have to regretfully decline that offer. I appreciate you telling me how much you like me and respect me, but you know that old saying, actions speak louder than words my friend. Next time you want someone to believe how much you respect them, try not taking the money that goes towards their bonus.

Sincerely,

Maggie