Off the Record

My aversion to wearing a nametag is comparable to that of ordering dishes with names like “Joe’s Jackelburger” or “Happenin’ Hummus” or “The Bodacious Beef Brisket.” Using words like those and wearing a nametag both make me feel uncomfortable, awkward and slightly fearless. If you want to know me, ask. If you want me to order something to eat, just put a number in front of it or change the name to “The Burger” or “The Hummus” or “The Beef.”