5bugles wrote:
I've had 2 experiences that some would consider embarrassing, but due to the maturity of those involved, turned out to be a non-issue for me.
The first occurred a few weeks before I retired from the Fire Department. I was changing my diaper in the restroom and either forgot to lock the door, or it didn't lock all the way. In either case, it wasn't locked. Just as I was positioning my new diaper to tape it up, one of the fire/medics walked in. Despite quickly backing out, he saw everything. I finished changing and went back to my office as if nothing happened. A few minutes later, he walked past, so I stopped him briefly, apologized for not getting the door locked, and told him I would appreciate his discretion. He assured me it was fine and that he wouldn't say anything. To my knowledge, even though I'm retired now, he hasn't told anyone about it.
The second incident was when I was talking to the chief at a neighboring department about helping to cover some shifts while he had a guy out on injury. I told him of my situation, knowing that it could affect my ability to respond (though momentarily). I assured him that no one in the general public would be able to tell I was wearing protection, etc. He was completely understanding and told me no one else on the department needed to know. All good, right? Well, as I was leaving his office, I had an uncontrollable flood that leaked down my left leg. Normally, I wear dark pants, but took a chance on Khakis that day. I noticed him looking down and realized there was a growing wet spot on my leg. We exchanged pleasantries quickly, and I left. I've worked several shifts there since, and he hasn't brought it up.
Yikes.......that’s mortifying........