Ruth: How's life my dear? GB?
Hannah: Hey Ruth. Why GB?
Ruth: Tony says it's for "Getting Better".
Hannah: Then it's getting better in some areas. And you?
Ruth: Have you found a job finally?
Hannah: This week I'm facilitating 2 days training on Paterson job evaluation and grading for a chemical company in Durban.
Ruth: That's splendid! Congrats!
Ruth: Does it mean you'll be getting regular commissions?
Hannah: Just 2 days pay Ruth, but that's better than nothing.
Ruth: But at least they have your name on file.
Hannah: But they'll find it only when customers request training or on site consulting. Which is not often.
Ruth: Wait and see. It is something.
Hannah: Certainly. I'm grateful for small things. Billy's been approached by a bigger firm for some water project but it's all still VERY hazy.
Ruth: And he was such a high flyer! Or still IS. Sorry.
Hannah: I think he is a very good engineer, with years of experience, and he knows this country so well. It's the skin colour that's a problem.
Hannah has found a part-time job in a chemical company. She will be paid for 2 days.