Most Interesting Man

At the IBM Information On Demand (IOD) conference in Las Vegas, I attended a session where some customers presented a success story about DB2 Query Monitor, a product I support. I had met with their DBA staff last year and apparently made an impression on them. At some point they decided that I resembled the guy in the Dos Equis commercials who says “stay thirsty my friend” and nicknamed me “the most interesting man in the world” after the Dos Equis guy. They asked me to take a picture with a Dos Equis beer to share with their team.

At first I was a little taken aback but soon grew fond of the characterization. After all I do pride myself on being a unique, outspoken individual coupled with a self deprecating sense of humor. That and my new age lifestyle could certainly lead others to make this association.

I found myself asking for a Dos Equis at several restaurants and bars but to no avail. On our last evening in Vegas I had purchased tickets for Pam’s birthday to LOVE, the Cirque du Soliel show about the Beatles at the Mirage. While having dinner before the show I finally found a Dos Equis to satisfy my thirst at Kokomo’s set in a tropical rainforest, surrounded by waterfalls and a sparkling interior lagoon. Both the dinner and show were amazing.

So here’s to Larry, Rob and Ruben,

Stay Thirsty my Friend!

Bon Voyage, Jay

P.S. I received the following comment via email:

I believe the following are applicable.

• His beard alone has experienced more than a lesser mans body
• He never say’s anything tastes like chicken… Not even chicken
• He’s a lover… Not a fighter, but he’s also a fighter, so don’t get any ideas

He doesn’t always drink beer, but when he does…