Dear LAB,

First off, if you are over the age of about 10, it is too late for you to enter the professional ranks of layabouts. This is a talent that has to be practiced over a lifetime. It is 25 years in the learning, 25 years in the practicing, and 25 years in the laying about. Hence, unless you are a prodigal layabout, I have serious doubts as to whether you could achieve pro status in the time you have left to you. If your desire is to simply emulate the greats to some degree, I am sure that if you happen to show up at one of gatherings, you could pick up a few pointers.

Mick Lane
Founding Partner