He just couldn't seem to get to work on time. Every day, 5, 10 minutes late. But he was a good worker, real sharp, so the Boss was in a quandary about what to do about it. Finally, one day he called him into the office for a talk.

"Bill, I have to tell you, I like your work ethics, but your being late often is bothersome.'

"Yes, I know Boss, and I`m working on it."

"Well good. That`s what I like to hear. It`s odd though, your coming in late.  I know you`re retired from the Coast Guard.  What did they say if you came in late there?"

"They said, "Good morning, Chief."