BEFORE WE BEGIN…
A quick explanation: I recently launched another blog, but doing so violated a promise I made to my lovely wife – Vampirelover – to scale back my writing projects (an online column, a blog and two book!) and spend more time as a family. NEVER LIE OR BREAK A PROMISE TO VAMPIRELOVER! The blog is dead, but I am happy to report that my marriage lives on…
We now return to – wait a minute…
Sorry about that, an upscale corporate bigwig (My iPhone is bigger than yours!) just decided to make my day.
CORPORATE BIGWIG: Excuse me, I need to speak to you about my car –
THE HOOK: Certainly, sir. You need to speak to the gentleman over there (I pointed across the hall) you’ll save yourself time. I wouldn’t want you to have to repeat yourself.
CB: (In a loud, “Get me some coffee, maggot!” voice) I HAVE NO INTENTION OF REPEATING MYSELF! YOU’RE GOING TO HELP ME NOW! I HAVE BUSINESS TO RUN AND MEETINGS TO ATTEND! I KNOW WHAT I’M DOING, DO YOU?
THE HOOK: I know which desk I’m manning. Do you?
And with that, I pointed at the sign perched upon my desk that reads “BELL DESK“. Once again, I wish I could capture these moments…
CB: (After much pondering) Well, this must be a very satisfying moment for you…
THE HOOK: I have to admit, sir, my morning was pretty dull until a moment ago.
Corporate Bigwig took $10 from the pocket of his expensive raincoat and slapped it on the desk. He than gathered up his files and suitcase, tucked his corporate tail between his legs and headed off to the actual Valet Desk. Some people think money can negate stupidity and a lack of consideration for one’s fellow man.
Those people are right.
TIME FOR OTHER BUSINESS..
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You've Been Hooked! 
Fuck! I hate people like that. Just because they have a fat wallet they think they’re shit smells like roses. Idiots.
At least he made up for his temporary insanity! I always walk a fine line with these people; in the end, he is the guest and therefore the ball is in his court.
Behavior rings a bell….(bet his kids are lovely to be around?)
I can only imagine!
A wise veterinarian once told me that taking money from an imbecile is the best revenge. I’ll bet it feels good!
It doesn’t feel bad, that’s for sure!
No, money can never get any of that …
I do not get good translation.
a hug
Hug received and appreciated!
“Some people think money can negate stupidity and a lack of consideration for one’s fellow man.
Those people are right.”
HAhahahahaaha!!!
I hear you. 🙂
I know you do…
Doesn’t that feel gooood!
Yes, it does, Susie!
It’s VampireLover here…..Thank you for apologizing….(LANCELOT)!!! LOL!!!
Very nice, wifey!
😉
I had to look up “;)” to discover just what it means! I’m so old…
At any rate, thank you!
OMG!!! I didn’t say it you did….
Easy there, VampLover! I have to get back to work now…
Oh WOW Hook – she nailed you on that one…hehehehe. I LIKE your wife…a lot !!!!!! And it has nothing to do with her loving VAMPIRES either.
Sure, sure…
Hahaha.. love it!! Your last remark made my day!!
That’s why I’m here!
😀
Thanks – Smiley!
An apology will be its own reward… 😉 😉
As for the CB with money: Ya gotta love his role reversal. You know: His appreciation of how ‘you’ felt…. This came from a very deep appreciation of life…! 😉
Thanks for looking deeper at the situation, Carolyn.
Lol. Your Steve blog died but tools like these will make sure he lives forever! L.
Excellent way of looking at it, Leah!
Whenever I read your blog I’m always like, wow people like this really exist??? I always thought that the loudmouthed corporate bigwig who believes that “money negates stupidity” (nice phrase) was an urban legend.
I’m afraid not!
$10 — not bad 😉
That’s how I felt about it!
Some people think money can negate stupidity and a lack of consideration for one’s fellow man. …I agree! Lol
It is a universal truth.
Love the blog post, I could picture it in my head.
That’s a wonderful compliment.
If I stand in the lobby for people to yell at, will they give me money as well. I’m kinda hard of hearing so not sure it would bother me that much. But if you ask the better half, it’s selective hearing–whatever it is, I think it’s golden.
Sounds pretty cool…
I lost the link for your column, can you send it to me again?
Will do! Here it is!
Thanks, going there now to check it out!
Enjoy!
At least you got $10 from the asshole.
Yes, I did! I love a happy ending.
Priceless! When you can diplomatically have the last word.
Yeah, it was a true victory.
It’s awesome that you got tipped for pointing out someone’s idiocy. I wish I made money that way. I’d be rich.
it would be a good gig, that’s for sure.
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Just wanted you to know I reblogged THIS PIECE on my site today. (-: THE BELLMAN CHRONICLES continue! I’m so HOOK’ed. lol! Happy Hump Day o’ literal brother. )))HUGS(((
Thanks for the continued support!
I think he tipped you because your comeback was good and completely unexpected, I’m sure. Nice job.
Thanks, Michelle!
“Money negate stupidity” …. Hmmmm. Not for ten bucks. 🙂
I hear you…
Haha…I work with a number of those assholes too. If/when I do make corporate bigwig status I won’t turn into one of those f$cks.
Good for you!