The Columnist Manifesto

So here's a great story. B and I were the only ones there. And, well, I really can't tell you, because it's way too personal. But very amusing.

Afterward, B said:

"I'm going to dine out on that one for years."

This is one of my favorite expressions. But since it means to retell the story in social settings, I was puzzled and alarmed. As I said, it's very personal.

"Who with?" I asked.

"Just me. Table for one."