Yesterday, as I entered the UNM Continuing Education building, I heard a very loud man talking. We’ve all encountered oblivious cell phone users, but this guy may be a prize-winner. He had positioned himself at the top of the atrium stairs so that his already loud voice echoed through the whole building. He projected over the voluminous entryway about something important to him. When I reached the top of the stairs, I had to pass close to him. I could actually hear the OTHER person, too.

So, maybe this is the nicest guy in the world. As far as I can tell, as a passing stranger, he’s a champion jackass. Remember this tale the next time you pick up your cellphone. mjh