FUN AT WORK #316

When you return a greeting to a passing co-worker, phrase it as a question. Example:

PAT: (Walking by me) Hi, Dale.
ME: Hi. Pat?
PAT: (Stops, turns around) Yeah?
ME: (Sounding almost imperceptibly irritated) Nothing. I was just saying "hi."

If you do this enough, people will stop turning and responding when you do it. Then, you can have an even better exchange:

PAT: (Walking by me) Hi, Dale.
ME: Hi. Pat?
PAT: (Has been through this often enough, ignores me and keeps walking)
ME: (Sounding noticeably irritated) Hey, asshole … didn't you hear me? I need to talk to you about the Penske file!
PAT: (Sheepishly) Umm, oh … Okay, uh, sorry.

Of course, eventually your co-workers will stop saying "hello" to you in the hallway at all, which is REALLY the ultimate goal here.

SHOW AND TELL

Well, the first weekend run of "Happy Sunshine Kill You Die" is now one for the history books. And in spite of the record cold temperatures, all managed to survive relatively unscathed. We had a great audience both nights and everyone seemed to have a good time. I'm sure the presence of alcohol and kerosene heaters only served to enhance the experience for the party that attended opening night. And thanks to Ben's girlfriend, we have photographic evidence to share on the website (see http://www.bwatersmedia.com/gaghappynov.html for fun and exciting live action shots).

All in all, I'd say the show was a success. We've learned what works and what doesn't and we may still make a few key adjustments before the next 2 weekends of performances. And as for the last 2 weekends, those are slated to be in the smaller and far warmer space so you should all be able to leave your thermal underwear at home for those gigs. Thanks to everyone who came out to see the show! We might have even drummed up some additional audience members for the New Year's Eve show in Austin. Congratulations to the cast and crew for all of their hard work!