this is, no shit, the email that was in my box this a.m. From: John B To: staff Subject: Look for the Rooster!

Some of you may have noticed a wooden rooster around the office. There is a significance to the rooster that you may not be aware of.

In ancient Greek culture, the rooster was a symbol of pride and innovation. While chickens were routinely devoured, roosters were treated as Gods and given special privileges. Soldiers returning from waging successful wars were often presented with roosters as a symbol of appreciation.

It was often said that if you were born under the sign of the rooster, you were going to lead a long and successful life.

In the Greek congress, roosters were presented to leaders who best represented the will of the people. The saying, "proud as a rooster" , goes back to this ancient culture.

In keeping with this age old tradition, I would like to introduce the Proud Rooster Award to our office. Each Monday we will present a member of our staff with the rooster award. The award will be based upon outstanding performance in the call of duty. The individual will have demonstrated outstanding attention to quality, performed exceptionally well under duress, demonstrated innovative thinking or simply work their but off so hard that we all feel it is necessary to recognize their effort.

The rooster will "roost" in their office in plain site for all to see for the week. The nominating party will send an e-mail out to the entire staff notifying them of this outstanding performance. This e-mail will be added to their personnel file for future gloating.

By now, I'm sure you are wondering, "What can I do to get that rooster?" It's simple, go above and beyond the call of duty to the point where your leaders and peers recognize your effort. If you see someone over achieving, let your team leader know and they'll go to war with the other managers to bring the Rooster home to that person.

This week's winner of the "Proud Rooster" is Sara H. Sara earned her first Proud Rooster with two (note two, not one) outstanding achievements. Sara organized the paper library for all of us as well as produced the Holiday Poster under considerable duress from me. While she had a great team to help her, she earns the first "Proud Rooster" award for self motivation and achievement. Stop by Sara's office today and check out her rooster! Thanks Sara.

Note: Family members of Greek mythology are not eligible. Roosters may not be awarded for personal favors or as prizes in drinking contests. Decisions of the judges is final.

so... let me get this straight. my motivation is to work hard so i can have my boss's cock in my face for a week?