Visit from a V.I.P.

Monday was President’s Day, and some employees thought they would have the day off.

Ha! Don’t be ridiculous.

But I did have a VERY special event planned. To prepare for this event, I met with the Building Security Guard.

I told him to assemble a security team. A VERY IMPORTANT guest was visiting, and we needed the proper protection in place.

Looking back, I should have been more specific about the type of security professionals I wanted. I learned the hard way that the Building Security Guard and I have different standards.

This rag-tag “security team” mainly wandered around threatening each other.

When the employees arrived they were none too pleased.

I told the Building Security Guard to take the team outside so they could “secure the perimeter.” Or at least “not kill anyone in the office.”

Then Chachi appeared to introduce the V.I.P.

It was a friend of Chachi’s… someone known to the world… someone GREAT.

The V.I.P. entered the room, riding on the back of our office mascot. It was a slow, dramatic entrance. But after a while the dramatic element started to fade away and it just became a really slow entrance. Why can’t that bull walk faster?

The guest was… Bill Clinton!

A president for President’s Day! You’re welcome, employees!

Of course, everyone wanted to shake his hand.

After greeting the staff, Mr. Clinton got out his Big Chart of Presidents.

He began speaking at length about each one.

Bob grew drowsy, and eventually fell asleep.

This was unfortunate because President James K. Polk looked uncannily like him. In fact, Mr. Clinton said, “Bob you are related to this man.” But Bob was completely out and heard nothing.

Then Mr. Clinton shared bits of wisdom and information he thought would be helpful to the employees and our business.

After this he launched into the longest, more drawn out speech of all time. I can’t even describe it. Here, you’re just going to have to watch it.

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDW64_NfECg

At around 1:00 a.m. he finally wrapped things up and started handing out motivational stickers.

Good to see you, Mr. Clinton. Even if your visit DID last 15 hours longer than expected. Too bad the employees will still have to put in 8 hours of work after you leave.

Happy President’s Day!

Next week: Sue decides to get a second job at the local ice cream parlour.