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The Munson Memos

Brewster Munson: VP and golfer

Brewster Munson is not a complicated man. He has devoted his entire life to the corporation, forsaking trivial distractions like hobbies, vacations, or marriage. His one vice is watching professional bowling, although he himself has never visited a bowling alley ("It's the shoes," he shudders, "Crawling with all sorts of other people's...nastiness.")

As the President of Employee Relations, Munson is constantly on the hunt for nastiness, which he defines quite broadly. Whenever he detects something that affects productivity or corporate decorum, he composes a memo. Some of the most memorable are presented here.

Last summer, VP Munson reluctantly sat for a portrait by Bonnie Dean.

The Memos

Office Memorabilia   Munson defines proper and improper office decor.

Holiday Terminology   Munson announces an all-purpose greeting.

Two Draft Memos   Munson cancels birthday celebrations.

Nostril Penetration   Munson avoids the B word.

The No Stroll Memo   Pick up the pace, people.

Decision-Making Device   The newest executive decision tool?

Pride Week   Munson foils Star Wars fans.

Pride Week Reaction   Some employees are enthusiastic.

Heatwave Memo   The corporate dress code meets global warming.

Safety Hazard   A dangerous toy invades the cubes.

Dealing with POOP   Munson provides valuable guidance on a sensitive subject.

Laughs