A Perfect Life

"You were grousing about her for a week hon.. How could I not remember? I just want to see you happy again Vern," she said although she wouldn't look me in the eye. She seemed deep in private thought. She just snuggled up to me so I would know she meant it.

"I don't blame all women for her Kylynn. However, I did have a moment of anxiety. I won't even give it another thought when I interview," I assured my wife.

"It is settled then, I will expect you to have put in your application by noon tomorrow. Can I tell the department head that her head- hunting worries are over?"

"Yes dear, I will do as you asked. I won't stay home and watch Oprah tomorrow morning. Instead, I'll go and put my résumé in at Feminine Genetic Research bright and early," I assured her. She could be quite the nag if I didn't follow through.

Day One

The next day I submitted my résumé as I told Kylynn I would. The girl behind the desk took it and asked me to sit down and wait, which had never happened during my recent job search. I had been sitting there for only a few minutes when a rather tall brunette came towards me. She was nearly six foot tall, slim, her long hair cascaded down her back in layers, and she carried herself with the deportment of royalty. In all, she looked like she should be featuring in an edition of Score Magazine or something.

"Mr. Solman, how nice to meet you. Kylynn has told me a lot about you. Your résumé was just a formality. We here at Feminine Genetic Research, or FGR, like to think of ourselves as a family so when we heard that you were available and that your talents fit our latest opening, well we immediately asked Kylynn if she would ask you to join us," she told me as she rigorously pumped my hand in a firm, though feminine, handshake.

"I guess I hadn't expected such a warm welcome Ms....?" I started since she had not introduced herself yet.

"Oh, pardon me. I feel I know you already. My name is Amber, Amber Reimann. I am so happy to make your acquaintance. Kylynn is our top researcher and when she said you would be available... well we just had to have you. Can you take your physical today or do you want to think over the offer of a position?" she asked, nearly as excited as a cheerleader at a pep rally.