On the Job as a dental receptionist, I answered the phone and noticed on the caller-ID screen that the incoming call was from an auto-repair shop. The man on the line begged to see the dentist because of a painful tooth. "Which side of your mouth hurts?" ...

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Part of my work as a college professor involved doing research at a history archive in Russia. An armed military guard was stationed there to defend against terrorist attack, though he often lounged near the doorway and ignored incoming researchers. One d...

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I was visiting my parents with my new husband, a Navy frogman, when he drew me aside. "I don't think your mother likes me," he said. "I was explaining that I can't wear my wedding ring when I dive, because barracudas are attracted to shiny things and migh...

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Halfway between New York City and Washington, D.C., the train's engine fell silent."I've got good news and bad news," the conductor announced. "The bad news is we lost power." My fellow passengers groaned.” The good news," he added, "is we weren't cruisin...

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In search of a new shower, my wife and I went to a bathroom-supply store. We discussed our needs in detail with a young saleswoman. Since it was near closing time, we had to curtail our discussion. Later my wife and I were at a restaurant, where the same ...

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My son, a used-car dealer, showed his customer a 2005 Chevy in great condition. "And it's only $7, 000," he told the man. "I'm willing to give you $3, 500," said the customer. My son feigned disappointment. "If at all possible," he responded, "I'd like to...

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As an instructional assistant for a public school, part of my job involves teaching small groups of children. One day I was in charge of some second-graders, who were concentrating on their artwork. As I reached across to help a student, he remarked that ...

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A listener called the disc jockey on the air at our radio station to ask about the upcoming lunar eclipse. "The eclipse can be seen at 1:30 in the morning," the DJ told her. "That late?" the listener snapped. "I don't know why they don't schedule these th...

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Living in a dry county was the bane of my friend Robert's existence. He was complaining to me one day about having to make a 60-mile round trip to get his favorite brand of bourbon. "I buy it by the case," he said. "Are you addicted to that stuff?" I aske...

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我妈妈不是那样子的 While doing renovations in our house, one of the workmen paused to look at a flattering photo of me wearing makeup and a fancy gown. I heard him let out a low whistle and ask my son, Joshua, "Who's that?” That’s my mom," Joshua answered. "Wow," ...

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