@kims I do not want or need an explanation because the real problem is the stupidly cavalier handling. On exceptional occasions I have held that much cash but I had the basic goddam sense to take it directly, DO NOT PASS GO, home or to the bank as the situation required. Throwing it into a bag, taking a frolic & detour for dinner & drinks, and *not watching said bag like a hawk* is the act of an entitled moron.
Seems to be a lot of it about in DC these days.