JUST IN JEST

Brother Bob entered the ‘Monastery of Silence’ and the Chief Priest said, “Brother, this is a silent monastery, you are welcome here as long as you like, but you may not speak until I direct you to do so.” Brother Bob lived in the monastery for 5 years before the Chief Priest said to him: “Brother Bob, you have been here 5 years now, you may speak two words.” Brother Bob said, “Hard Bed.” “I’m sorry to hear that” the Chief Priest said. “We will get you a better bed.” After another 5 years, Brother Bob was called by the Chief Priest. “You may say another two words Brother Bob.” “Cold Food.” said Brother Bob, and the Chief Priest assured him that the food would be better in the future. On his 15th anniversary at the monastery, the Chief Priest again called Brother Bob into his office. “Two words you may say today.” “I Quit.” said Brother Bob. “It is probably best.” said the Chief Priest. “You’ve done nothing but complain since you got here.”