There we were at work running through different scenarios.  At one point, we began discussing how volunteers could contact the Sheriff, in the event of heinous actions.  I was a few steps behind during this discussion, primarily because I was having trouble embracing the darker side of human nature.  While discussing one particularly obnoxious scenario, I responded honestly, “I could never imagine doing that.”  My peer turned to me and provided a bit of clarity, “That’s because you’re not a jerk.”

Certainly at some times in the past, I have acted like a jerk.  Under certain scenarios, I probably could still exhibit jerk-like qualities, but she was right.  I, Dave Paulsen, am not a jerk.  There I said it with pride (well, I actually typed it, but you get the point), plus it was verified by an independent third party.

Now, please excuse me, while I update my resume.  “Not a jerk” is certainly an attribute worthy of consideration during any future job applications.