Drinking?
Claire was feeling tired, worn down, sluggish, bereft of pep. Her get-up-and-go just got up and went. So she scheduled her annual physical a bit early this year.
When the doctor had completed the exhaustive examination, he told Claire to meet him back in his office when she had finished dressing.
From behind his desk, the doctor said, "Well, I can't find any physiological reason for your problem, but I suspect it's due to drinking."
"I'll bet you're right," replied Claire. "And, you know what? I think it's utterly shameful!"
"Now, now," said the doctor. "Millions of people have a problem with alcohol -- it's nothing to be ashamed of."
"It certainly is!" huffed Claire, as she picked up her purse and stood to leave. Pausing in the doorway, she clucked her tongue, shook her head sadly at the doctor, and said, "I'll come back when you're sober."
Originally published July 26, 2005.
