Wednesday, Jenkins from DoD called and asked for an appointment ASAP. I had Thursday at 3:00 p.m. open, so I booked him for that. Jenkins is ex-military and does everything by the book; likewise, he’s always on time. “Nice to see you again,” I began, while shaking his hand, “it’s been a while.” “About three… Continue reading Liar’s Poker
You Are What You Eat
I was relaxing in the hot tub with the New York Times on Sunday afternoon, when my dear little brother Rob Roy came walking up the deck steps. He took a seat in one of the chairs I have set up around the hot tub and pulled a long face, waiting for me to notice… Continue reading You Are What You Eat
I Just Wanna Hear Girl Talk
Judy Patootie, a professional hack Knows how to get on the inside track. She learned how to climb to the top of the stack Doing dirty belly dancing, lying on her back. – DJ TC Delirious I got the news on NPR while driving home to Great Falls this afternoon, so I expected the voice mail waiting for… Continue reading I Just Wanna Hear Girl Talk
Fuhrberger versus Moore – Nolo Contendere
It was pretty late on Friday afternoon – I was in the office by myself, getting ready to call it a week, when the phone rang. It was Fuhrberger, over at Treasury. He’s the type, who populate Washington like mosquitos on the summer Taiga, that usually goes home around 4 o’clock, so I figured something… Continue reading Fuhrberger versus Moore – Nolo Contendere
Insert Foot in Mouth, then Click on Send
Yesterday, a fellow barged into my office. I have a standing order with my private secretary, that, should anyone simply burst into her office, ignore her presence, and make for my door, she should go ahead and let them; and, if circumstances allow, press the red button on the underside of her desk as soon… Continue reading Insert Foot in Mouth, then Click on Send