A fellow I knew some years ago was, and presumably still is, fond of saying, "When we're rich and famous..." I'd often reply that I would settle for rich and not famous as it would be less hassle. I can't confirm the rich part, much as I might like to, but having seen what jmaynard initially went through and some of the lingering nonsense, I think I ( Read more... )

Every summer the place at which I work has a company picnic. And every year I do not go, for various reasons. The thing is, the way the invitation, if it can be called that, is worded.

___ I plan on attending.
___ My guest and I plan on attending.
___ I am unable to attend.

I don't return this unless someone asks for it specifically. Why? There ( Read more... )