I asked if he wanted milk or sugar. He said he wanted sugar and cream. I told him that I do not use cream, and therefore don’t keep any on hand.
He was very offended and rude and told me that I should always accommodate guests and keep it available.
Remember, he was uninvited. When inviting company over for coffee, I am more willing to accommodate guests and buy something that I will not use, but not for an acquaintance who just happened by one day.
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