He said, "tell me about yourself." And I just didn't know what to answer. I stuttered until I finally drew some words out.

"I guess I'm smart and funny," I say.

"Those are just adjectives," he answers, "and I'm sure you can sum yourself up in more than just two words."

I sat there thinking and shook my head. All I am is empty adjectives.

He looked at me with pity in his eyes. I don't think I got the job.