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I have at least a couple of stories similar to Michael Wade’s about “The Villain”. One of my longest friendships is with a former work colleague who everyone told me was mean and to be avoided. In these cases, I do the opposite and it always has turned out well.

Pro tip: By all means, let the world know you’re going on vacation, but never let them know when you’re coming back home. It’ll likely buy you an extra day or two of catch-up on your return until they figure it out.

Beatrix: “Will I have hair on my back when I grow up?”

Me: No. It’s a guy thing. Men are more closely related to apes than women.”

B: “Well they sure do act like it sometimes.”