Responsibility Renegade Gifts

"I've decided to give up my day to day responsibilities."

'Let's not go by the book.'

'You're developing a reputation as something of a cowboy, Henderson.'

'So, now we have ascertained who is responsible...'

"The next dance will be ladies' choice."

'As my subordinate, naturally I expect you to take the heat on things that otherwise would make me uncomfortable.'

BLACK HOLES, the space path of least resistance.

"If we're a team, the manager should take the heat!"

Worker Rights and the Smoking Ban

'We're looking for someone who's very responsible. In fact, we're looking for someone who's always responsible.'

'Your wife called to remind you that you're married, sir.'

'You have only yourself to blame for blaming yourself.'

He calls it 'delegating authority' I call it 'passing the buck'

"Trust me, you don't want this job."

'The Doctor says you can be discharged - so I've brought you a list of jobs you can do when you get home!'

'Oh, sure -- NOW you set boundaries!'

Time's running out for Africa

'This new role will involve some extra responsibilities...of course you'll appreciate that there won't be any extra funding...it's a role for which you are uniquely qualified!'

'Have you figured out our New Year's resolution?'

Business cartoon showing a business man headed toward 'blame'.

"Let's change table stakes to vacation days."

'All these new regulations will totally alter the way we screw the consumer.'

'My whole family made New Year's resolutions. Dad's eating more fruit, Mom's eating more vegetables, and I'm eating more cake.'

'Right now my plate's full juggling school and parents.'

"Brian, isn't Dry January and Veganuary enough?!!"

'Mr Evans, I think we'd better reconsider our no-smoking policy.'

Marriage therapist's office is filled with erotic art.

"I want you to start thinking back inside the box."

Harold finally decided to take his psychiatrist's advice to become more receptive.

'I have an even better idea, Steve -- let's get married without living together!'

'I can't read my New Year's resolutions -- I must have spilled beer on them last night.'

First fisherman says, 'What happens if the DNR finds us?' Other replies, 'Let's just hope they're into catch and release.'

'Yes, yes, I get the symbolism, Mr. Sanchez. You can wear many hats. Very clever.'

'My Ed is a lawyer. All of his New Year's resolutions have escape clauses.'

"Your businessman's lunch, sir - But you need to sign this compliance self-audit checklist first.