wolf Goes to Rehab (WAS: Tales from the New Nuthouse)

[wolf]

Now I've done it.

boss-dude called me into his office yesterday.

"I understand you met the CEO."

"Yes, I did."

"You impressed her. She has 'ideas' involving you."

"Oh. Sorry, I'll try to do worse next time. She doesn't show up randomly like that a lot, does she?"

"No, she doesn't. But if she does, there is something important to remember."

"What is that, boss-dude?"

"Make sure that you say something complimentary about ME."

"You betcha."

[wolf]

Last night I had occasion to call the old nuthouse. I needed a phone number that I was pretty sure they had, and so, I ended up talking to my old cow orker.

He is just as disgruntled as ever.

I, on the other hand, made sure to tell him that I was happy, yes, even dealing with the junkies, because they don't act like jerks like they are at the old nuthouse. And my new cow orkers are awesome, and that I get feedback from boss-dude, and I am valued for my abilities and experience. Oh, and I have a desk and a window and everything is all bright and well-ventilated.

In short, I told the absolute truth and in doing so, I rubbed it in. Hard.

He apparently tried to defend me during "the incident," pointing out to crankyboss that I hadn't done what I was accused of. He was told to speak of this no further.

I told him that while it all still hurt like hell, I'd found my peace with it, especially because of the opportunity it gave me to be with crazynuyrse nearly every single day.

And besides, I'm happy.

I didn't tell him they'd created a title and position just to bring me in to the rehab, though. I would have, but I didn't want the new cow orkers to hear me bragging.

[SteveDallas]

Originally Posted by wolf

I rubbed it in. Hard.

There is no joy greater than outliving your opponents, whether literally or metaphorically. Congratulations!!

[Spexxvet]

Originally Posted by wolf

"You impressed her. She has 'ideas' involving you."

Make her take you to dinner first.