It is easy to misunderstand the counsel we receive from others, isn’t it?
Charlie Stink was constantly being advised by his friends and co-workers that he should have his name changed. Finally he agreed, and went to court to have the process completed.
The next day back at work, his associates inquired, “What did you have your name changed to?”
“I changed it to George Stink,” he answered, “but for the life of me I can’t see what difference it’s going to make!”
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