Behind that Desk

Henry Blake was at home behind the antique desk he had flown in from Bloomington, Indiana. Somewhat less at home was Hawkeye, during the episode when he's acting C.O. Also required to carry a gun, Hawkeye is not receptive do the various duties he must perform - settling disagreements, signing things, and oh, carrying the gun.

When the actual C.O. returns, Hawkeye is bent over his desk wearing bathrobe and pistol belt, furiously signing and rubber-stamping paperwork. He's asked "Is that what I look like behind that desk?" His willingness to relinquish his duties is obvious.

Sometimes it's obvious that we're not happy behind whatever desk we have to occupy in life. Do you want someone asking you "Is that what I look like...?" if your discomfort is that obvious? I know I don't...so as a colleague reminded me "Take that frown and turn it upside down". Thanks to 'Joan' for that.