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TO: Household members
FROM: Human Resources/Leadership
SUBJECT: Dinner Policy Changes

The Human Resources/Leadership committee has enacted a new one-bite rule. All household members with 4+ years experience are now required to take one bite of the prepared meal at the dinner table before additional food options are enabled.

Please note that no requests for alternate meals or meal components will be approved until the requirement is met.

We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.

Thank you,
Human Resources/Leadership

TO: “Heinous” Resources/Dictators
FROM: Reese, Star Employee and “Best Girl”
RE: Dinner Policy Changes Memo

I am writing in response to this egregious policy change. I, for one, am immensely disappointed you made a decision like this without employee consideration.

I absolutely refuse to comply with this preposterous demand and loudly request further explanation.

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