John began to think about how blessed he was to have such a wonderful wife, and
he decided to show his appreciation. So he went out and bought a box of candy
and a dozen roses. When he got home, he decided to ring the bell and surprise
her at the door. When Mary answered the bell and saw him with candy and roses,
she burst into tears.

“What’s wrong?” he insisted.

“It’s been a horrible day,” she cried out. “The baby’s been
sick, the washing machine broke down — and now you come home drunk!”


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