It occurred to me this evening that it might be a fun little adventure to start signing my name under the alas Karma. Could you just see it? There have been so many situations (some occurring very recently) where I was unable or restrained enough not to fire off an email with EXACTLY what was on my mind and adding a little reminder about our dear friend and judicial partner, Karma, would help with the inner turmoil one goes through while trying to be polite. One such email sent this evening was a single line and was blunt and to the point (however the author was seething with sarcasm). It would have been so much nicer to sign that email off with the pen name Karma. Hows this for example:
Dear So and So (polite, no?)
The email you sent was most informative and very helpful. I do wish to point out that the unwritten cheque you so eloquently pointed out to the entire email group HAS been submitted and in fact was cashed. Some. Time. Ago.
Sincerely,
Karma
Or how about:
Dear Vindictive So and So,
Thank you for your kind words to us and the entire email group. I appreciate the time and effort it takes to create an email address list, fire up a computer and email people on a daily basis. I do however wish to point out that the content of your last email was entirely fabricated and although I do not wish to "reply all" a counter claim to your comments, I would like you to know that your words have been duly noted.
Regards,
Karma
I really think this new pen name will not only bring me joy it may also cause people to pause. And maybe think before writing? If only.....
