I am writing for myself and strangers. This is the only way that I can do it... Gertrude Stein

7/14/2004

Further Proof that Peons Rule the World

Overheard...

Him: "Do you need anything else?"

Her: "Well, we could really use that data. But this (holds letter up) is the most important thing because you're the PI (Project Investigator)."

Him: "Really? I am? I didn't know that."

Her: "It was in the letter you signed."

Him: "Yeah, thanks."

Her: "Don't worry. You'll do a great job. We're all very excited about this. It was nice to meet you. I mean, I don't know you, but I see you at baseball games."

Her: "Well, that's the most important thing."