Dear Judy,
The doorman at my building just had a bout with prostate cancer. Every time I exit or enter when he’s on duty, he replaces the usual “Have a nice day” with “Enjoy it while you can!”
Or, if I come back in from a jog, “It’s great you’re doing what you’re doing for your health.”
If I ask him how he is, I get detailed and long medical accounts which I prefer not to go into.
Judy, I don’t want to be cruel, but I also cringe every time I see (and hear) him.
Anything I can do?
Vin
Dear Vin,
Yes, keep jogging.
No, seriously. I know what you mean. My way of dealing with people whose medical histories I don’t want to hear is to smile, wave, and call out, “You look great!”
And keep jogging.
It works.
Thanks for writing
Judy
