A Mary Ellen Abernathy Headache

Contributor: John Laneri - - Once a month, Jane, and I gather with family for a relaxed evening at the country club. The affairs are comfortable events that feature good food and stimulating conversation. While dressing for last night’s occasion, I recall asking Jane, “Should I wear my red golf shirt?” ”The blue and white you bought at Pebble Beach would look great.” “But, it's my favorite shirt. I’d hate to get blood on it.” She looked at me, frowning. “I’ll never understand what it is between doctors and lawyers. You people have no respect for one another. Just try to endure her. She’s actually a very nice person.” Jane might be right, but with Mary Ellen being the lawyer in the family, I have a personal obligation to protect my ego from her acid tongue. Not only does the woman irritate the hell out of me, she turns simple conversations...
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