I hadn't realized it was so obvious

Conversation this morning with the Southwest Airlines agent as I checked my luggage for the flight to Boise:

Agent: Your bag is a little over the weight limit; you'll need to take something out. 

(I think for a minute, then remove a redweld folder containing some files from work.)

Agent: That'll do it. Geez, what are you, some kinda big shot lawyer?

Me: Well, actually...