Tardy Tom

Tom was in his early 50's, retired from the Air Force, and started a second career. However, he just couldn't seem to get to work ontime. Every day, 5, 10, 15 minutes late. But he was a good worker, real sharp, so the Boss was in a quandary about how to deal with it.

Finally, one day he called Tom into the office for a talk. "Tom, I have to tell you, I like your work ethic, you do a bang-up job, but you're being late so often is quite bothersome.

"Yes, I know Boss, and I am working on it."

"Well good, you are a team player. That's what I like to hear. It's odd though, you're coming in late. I know you're retired from theAir Force. What did they say if you came in late there?"

They said, "Good morning, General."