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Conversation is becoming a dead art.

Art is very subjective.

Subjective conclusions don't work in a science laboratory.

Laboratory work does require defined protocol.

Protocol is critical if you work for the State Department.

Department heads have to have weekly meetings.

Meetings can sometimes be incredibly boring.

Boring jobs lead to burn-out.

Burn-out means you should look for other employment.

Employment is a thing of the past in my retired life.

Life is beautiful.

Beautiful the snow may be, but it can be treacherous.