The lighter side of life

As I like to share, “Laugher is the best medicine” and so, I believe that heaven is filled with the laughter of God. But, after reading the following, I’m wondering if God is laughing or just shaking his head wondering just what he had done in creating some individuals. Truth is just stranger than fiction. Enjoy!

My daughter and I went through the McDonald’s take-out window and I gave the clerk a $5 bill. Our total was $4.25, so I also handed her a quarter. She said, “You gave me too much money.” I said, “Yes I know, but this way you can just give me a dollar bill back.” She sighed and went to get the manager, who asked me to repeat my request. I did so, and he handed me back the quarter, and said, “We’re sorry but we could not do that kind of thing.” The clerk then proceeded to give me back $1 and 75 cents in change. Do not confuse the clerks at McD’s.

I live in a semi rural area. We recently had a new neighbor call the local township administrative office to request the removal of the “Deer Crossing” sign on our road. The reason: “Too many deer are being hit by cars out here! I don’t think this is a good place for them to be crossing anymore.” (from Kingman, KS)

My daughter went to a local Taco Bell and ordered a taco. She asked the person behind the counter for “minimal lettuce.” He said he was sorry, but they only had Iceberg lettuce. (from Kansas City)

I was at the airport, checking in at the gate when an airport employee asked, “Has anyone put anything in your baggage without your knowledge?” To which I replied, “If it was without my knowledge, how would I know?” He smiled knowingly and nodded, “That’s why we ask.” (happened in Birmingham, AL)

The stoplight on the corner buzzes when it’s safe to cross the street. I was crossing with an intellectually challenged coworker of mine. She asked if I knew what the buzzer was for. I explained that it signals blind people when the light is red. Appalled, she responded, “What on earth are blind people doing driving?” (she’s a probation officer in Wichita, KS)

At a good-bye luncheon for an old and dear coworker who was leaving the company due to “downsizing,” our manager commented cheerfully, “This is fun. We should do this more often.” Not another word was spoken. We all just looked at each other with the deer-in-the-headlights stare. (this was a lunch at Texas Instruments)

I work with an individual who plugged her power strip back into itself and for the sake of her life, couldn't understand why her system would not turn on. (a deputy with the Dallas County Sheriff's office, no less)

Quote for today: “We can learn so much by observing the way our pets rejoice in life’s simplest moments. For a dog, every morning is Christmas morning. Every walk is the best walk, every meal is the best meal. Take time every day to celebrate the many gifts that are hidden in the ordinary events of your life.” Cesar Millan