Re: strange statement



<"floria tosca" <floria tosca@xxxxxxxx>> spake thusly:

>
> "Tony Cooper" <tony_cooper213@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> ha scritto nel messaggio
> news:6guet19afhep58kkvev7qnel6qlouigqpk@xxxxxxxxxx
> > On Wed, 25 Jan 2006 13:03:32 GMT, "floria tosca" <floria
> > tosca@xxxxxxxx> wrote:
> >
> > "While I do have some business engagements scheduled, I could be
> > available immediately if it is required."
> >
> > This gives the reader the idea that you do have some things going on,
> > but you would be willing to adjust to his/her demands if necessary.
>
> actually, the concept is the opposite...: I will be available as soon as
> possible, but not before my previous engements are, how can I say,
> "settled"(?)

OK, so:

I will be available as soon as I have completed my current business
commitments.

But it isn't very informative - you might have two years of work to
finish.

--
David
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