This Time Of Year

“It’s nice to see you again.

Remember me? We’ve been efficient in our own way, at our own level of efficacy, which is high. But we don’t brag.

You were wondering if we were happy and productive, and, as you see, everything is clicking along, in this shiny lavender place.

We’re doing fine. We wouldn’t want to do anything else. You have a word. Self-actualized? We’re that. We’re doing fine.

This is the entrance, we arrive, then things happen, things get better, you don’t have to know every detail. Just trust us. We’re experts. We’ve become experts. Betcha you’re happy for us.

And I’m glad that you remember me. And you asked how I was doing.

I appreciate your concern. Actually, we’re all a bit amused. We’re more concerned about you.

My actual name is Fluzone Quadrivalent, but you can call me Joe.

I can’t believe that you felt that you had to check in with us personally, but we’re happy to see you.

This time of year, you could be getting a new model Caddy, but instead you got me.

A little joke there.

You’re welcome.”