by Mabel Louise Caringer “What are you all dressed up for?” the waitress at the Steak ‘n Shake asked, looking around the table at the nine of us, all wearing dark suits and black dresses. She was so chipper, it was hard to tell her the truth. My … [Read more...]

The Pencil Maker took the pencil aside, just before putting him into the box. There are 5 things you need to know, he told the pencil, before I send you out into the world, always remember them and never forget, and you will become the best pencil … [Read more...]

Three angry men presented themselves in King Solomon’s court. “Your Majesty,” said the first, “the three of us are business partners. We went together on a business trip with a large sum of money.” The second picked up the story. “Shortly … [Read more...]

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Joe, a Native-American and his friend Henry were in downtown New York City, walking near Times Square in Manhattan. It was during the noon lunch hour and the streets were filled with people. Cars were honking their horns, taxicabs were squealing … [Read more...]