I got thinking about jobs today.
A lot of people have been losing theirs lately, and I was wondering what I could possibly do to help. Some of my other friends have been doing this, as well, and they keep saying I should follow their lead. Well, today, I'm breaking down and taking their cue.
I'm hiring a new sidekick.
I've been wrestling with the idea of a sidekick for awhile. I'll be honest - I'm not a big fan of sidekicks. They tend to get in the way and gum up the machinery. I'm a loner, and as such, I like to work alone. I can be a bit moody, and not especially talkative. That being said, I'm willing to put personal feelings aside, and bring one of you on as a temporary. Besides, you never know - it may stick. I may become a sidekick convert. I may really like having you around. Stranger things have happened.
I'm sure you're wondering what kind of sidekick duties I will expect from you. Well, I don't think I'll be asking for anything out of the ordinary. I'm looking for the usual: help me collar various and assorted supervillians, make the occassional obvious yet quippy remark, and perhaps some light cleaning. Maybe run the Wonderhorsemobile down to the JiffyLube every 30,000 miles. There may be times when I need you to do some data entry, so please be able to type 80 WPM minimum.
It would be very helpful if you've had sidekick experience in the past. If you haven't, I'm sorry, but I won't be able to consider you. Please, don't take it personal, but I'm just not comfortable with on-the-job-training in this particular situation. When my arch enemy, Malevolent Moose has me in a death-grip, I can't really wait around for you to figure out how to use the Wonderhorse-a-rang. This IS life and death, we're talking about, after all.
So, if you think you have what it takes to become my new sidekick, I want to hear from you. I will be accepting resumes for the next couple of weeks, and hope to have a decision by the first of the month. If I like what I see from your resume, I will contact you and set up a face-to-face. Feel free to include a picture of you in costume, and please, highlight any skills or equipment you use.
Capes not provided.


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Consider George Burns, successful "straight man" for Gracie Allen.
GRACIE: My Aunt Clara went to the carribean for vacation.
GEORGE: Jamaica?
GRACIE: No I didn't make her, she went on her own.
He once wrote that all he had to do to be successful was just repeat what Gracie said.
This didn't work out too well when went to the beach. A swimmer was yelling, "Help, help!" Burns responded, "Help, Help?" and while he waited for the swimmer to get his laugh, the swimmer drowned.
Consider what you hire for very carefully.
And this would be very fun: help me collar various and assorted supervillians
I don't think this is for me : perhaps some light cleaning.
This seems excessive: Maybe run the Wonderhorsemobile down to the JiffyLube every 30,000 miles.
I can fulfill this part : so please be able to type 80 WPM minimum.
It looks like this but you have to find the words, ready set: efwpiuoq3pqroetqil3i4aw4tq3io4pofgfawp9fdljvkcdas;dfgwesshjerke efj44u4djdjdk;;;ld etc.
I already have a couple proven catchphrases, if that helps my chances any.
I also have parade experience cleaning up behind the Police horses. No one alive can wield a scoop shovel like I can. So I have that going for me.
1. I love apples, carrots, and oats. LOTS of oats.
2. I'm good with a brush and a horse-shoe pick.
3. My brother is an excellent farrier.
4. I have a roomy 4-horse trailer WITH air conditioning.
5. My sister is a licensed Veterinarian.
6. I have access to a 1,000 acre ranch with a few dozen available mares. (I hope you're not a gelding.)
7. You look like someone I could really enjoy working for.
8. Jockeys are really not that important.
9. Have you ever been to Kentucky?
10. I know a stud when I see one...(Right?)
Rated & Cheers!
Is there a dental plan? {scratches butt, tugs up diaper, wears funny little cap askew}
You stated you have been wrestling. Well, look no further! My current partner is a former wrestler (ECW, UPW, something or other W), so I have second hand experience with wrestling.
As stated, you have an issue with sidekicks. So do I - for the last few years I have had to fend them off. But then I realized that I REALLY want to be a sidekick. Being the main cat-herder has taught me that being the sidekick is an unsung privilege. (I adore the unsung.)
I promise I will not get in the way and gum up the works. Instead, *I* will play the role of the bad guy, leaving you the path of misunderstood leading man. Even your enemies will love you!
I too like to work alone. Just tell me what you want accomplished, and it will be done (all in your name). Moody? Pfft! No problem. Currently, I work for someone who operates under Borderline Personality Disorder.
Collaring is no problem: for years I have herded the likes of CFO's, COO's, and CEO's. Along with those duties, I can bat eyes at any sales marketer and make them feel wanted, even when being denied.
As I am a Virgo, cleaning is entrenched in my DNA - there is no "light" cleaning here.
Not only will the Wonderhorsemobile be serviced every 30,000 miles, it will be cleaned and serviced every 3,000.
As for data entry? Pfft! I will kill every document sent my way.
As for sidekick experience, I have tons. So much that they put me in charge. (I have realized that I LOATHE being in charge, and love being a side kick.)
I have cape photos available upon demand, but only if there is a serious salary and job offer behind it.
Hello - Orangutan, eh? I like it, I like it.
OE - I'm not aware of this George Burns fellow. Sounds like an evil genius to me.
Larry - you may be on to something. I'm curious, do you have special "Beard Powers", because that is one awesome beard.
Julie - take your time.
AKA - thank you for your application. You did well on the typing test: I found the word "Unemployed".
Owl - I understand. Collaring criminals is not easy on family.
G - Head Hunter? He escaped from the Springtonia Assylum?? To the Wonderhorse-mobile!
Shaggy - I'm well familiar with your work. You zombie battles are known far and wide. I'm not sure I could ask you to downgrade to sidekick status.
Fire - thanks. Now, when you say you are Fireeyes, does that mean your eyes shoot flames or they are actually made of fire? Frankly, either one of those could be an asset.
Michael - Ooh, cowtowing AND brown-nosing. I like the way you operate, sir.
Delia - you intrigue me!
Dr. Steve - one question: does your Robin suit have nipples? Because the Wonderhorse Cave is a strictly nipple-free zone.
Texas - those job descriptions are more in line with a manservant, akin to the Caped Crusader's Alfred. I need an Alfred. Let's talk.
Denese - don't sell yourself short. Modesty is an admirable trait in a sidekick.
Verbal - 120 wpm? We may have to call you Lightning Fingers.
Hello - you're a straightforward kind of person, aren't you. I like that. Wonderhorse Enterprises does offer dental and a nice 401k. Unfortunately, we cannot cover vision at this time.
Karin - you bring a wide range of experience to the table. Do you have your own utility belt?
Theo - Wonderpups, eh? I like the name. I could use a little security for the Wonderhorse Cave.
MiddleAged - you are with Cap'n Parrotdead?? For godssake woman, don't you know what that villain is capable of???
Rolling - I see you know some sort of obscure morse code/sanskrit language. That could come in handy.
Anni - I like the cut of your jib. I can tell you are a force to be reckoned with. Your enthusiasm is a big asset - the last thing I need is a sidekick with issues & resentment. Welcome to the short list.
Cym - all hats are welcome. My feeling is, it's your costume, make it your OWN.
I won't wear a cape-- didn't you see the Incredibles? But I do have my own costume......think black latex.
Cartouche - I can't have one of my moms be my sidekicks! I'd get all kinds of shite from the other costumed heros.
Dharma - let's see: flexible, bendy, and black latex. You have sort of a Catwoman vibe going on. I like that. I may in fact blackout at just the thought. Ladies and gentlemen, the bar has been raised!
Tom - Sorry, can't concentrate. Dharma's in latex.