] Yes, especially by Sir John's and Mrs. Jennings' standards.

I'm the one who posted the message about having "Mrs. Jennings" for a supervisor. Our office is in many ways like a small community, and not only can my "Mrs. Jennings" not keep a secret (not a good thing in a supervisor) but she will drive you mad if she thinks you know something she does not. Sometimes I torment the dear lady by hinting about something utterly harmless and she will not rest until she has questioned everyone in order to be back in the loop! I honestly do like the woman, but I can testify that the "Mrs. Jennings" of the world can be exhausting. No wonder Marianne became so annoyed by her.