on the name of Ivan

Bujold had it right in her books. Ivans really are like that. I have one in my class, I love him and he drives me nuts. He is actually smart, and totally doesn't use his brain half the time. Example:

Me: Ivan, do you know that there is a book where the main character has your name?

Ivan: Really? What's his name?

pause

class laughs

Ivan: Erm, I mean ...

I love Ivans. Where would we be without them?