H – “Hello?”
W – “Honey, it’s me. Are you at the club?”
W – “Great! I’m just at the mall two blocks away. I saw this gorgeous mink coat — it’s absolutely stunning! Can I buy it?”
H – “What’s the price?”
W – “Only $1,500.”
H – “Well, OK, go ahead and get it, if you like it that much…”
She’s thrilled. But wait — she’s just warming up.
W – “And while I was out, I stopped by the Mercedes dealership. You know, those 2001 models are finally out! I saw one I really liked. I talked to the salesman, and he gave me a great deal. And since we need to trade in the BMW we got last year…”
H – “What price did he quote you?”
W – “Just $60,000.”
W – “Perfect! One more thing…”
H – “What now?”
W – “Don’t panic, but I also saw that house we both loved last year — remember the one with the pool, the English garden, a full acre of private parkland, and it’s beachfront?”
H – “Yes…how much are they asking?”
W – “$450,000. But it’s a steal, and I saw we have enough in the bank to cover it.”
H – “Well…alright then. Just offer $420,000. See if they’ll take it.”
W – “You’re the best! I love you!”
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