Coming back.

It's been funny coming back to the office as we've had a big move around, where everyone has been given new desks, sitting next to new people (and a few of the old ones).

A lot of people moan about moving desk, packing up their stuff and shipping it to a new place, but not me. I don't mind it at all. I find it refreshing. On paper I've been dealt a bad hand as my desk is in the basement at work, near the kitchen and the meeting rooms. (We're awaiting extra space in a new building, so we're all a bit crammed in at the moment, and overflowing).

But it's not the location that matters so much, as the company. And boy have I been dealt a magnificent hand there.

First up, I've still got Julian. He always likes to be sat near me so there is a sympathetic ear when he wants to tell stories of his days working on the Frosties brand and staying up late watching 'Banged Up Abroad'.

Then there is Ryan. He does nothing but talk of the thickness and quality of his hair all day. Running his fingers through it, he challenges us to think of a better hair cut in history of mankind. We often cite JFK, but he just sneers and laughs.

Piper sits to my right. She claims to miss her old desk, her friends, the quietness of the 3rd floor, and the quality of banter up there. But I reckon all that talk is just a ruse to cover for the fact that she's planning a camping trip for her new desk buddies, she says she's not, but I don't believe her.

And finally, there is the internet's very own Doug E Fresh. He's loving the new desk arrangements more than anyone. It's like he's back at university all over again. He makes tea and toast all day, and wants to stay up late having all night bull sessions on the meaning of life. His enthusiasm is infectious.

We're tight now, give it a week and we'll be at each other's throats, I'm sure.

Comments

[doug]

you can pretend I'm not there all you want Paul but it won't stop me bagging the strategic high ground when the opportunity presents itself. i'm just waiting for an opening ;)

[doug]

that comment clearly loses it's relevance (frankly the crux of the humour) now the post is there in entirety. I'll think of something else funny to say instead :)

[Michael]

fucking great blog

[Paul H. Colman]

Doug,

You need to be patient, that's all.

[Paul H. Colman]

Thanks, Michael - I try.

[Ben]

I have several points to make.

1. If you're overflowing you should put some of that stuff in storage. You should bring that up in the next management meeting.

2. Doug E looks good. Adds some gravitas to what looks like a weak line up.

3. Who's that michael dude? Do a podcast with him.

[doug]

Three great points Ben. Extra props for (2), clearly.

[Paul H. Colman]

Ben,

Good point. I'll slip a note under the door at the next management meeting. I'm not in a position to 'bring things up'.

As for the line up - you keep talking and you might get your glasses 'reconfigured'.

I don't know who Michael is, but I like his turn of phrase, reminds me of you.

Doug, good morning.

[John]

Would like more information re radio and beverage preferences and what they keep in storage.

[Paul H. Colman]

I bet you would John, I bet you would.

[Tom]

That Piper looks like she appreciates OBBJECTIVES.

[Paul H. Colman]

For real, Tom.