Mama's
Bible
Four
brothers left home for college, and they became successful doctors and
lawyers and prospered. Some years later, they chatted after having
dinner together. They discussed the gifts they were able to give their
elderly mother who lived far away in another city.
The
first said, "I had a big house built for Mama."
The
second said, "I had a hundred thousand dollar theater built in the
house."
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third! said, "I had my Mercedes dealer deliver an SL600 to her."
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The
fourth said, "You know how Mamma loved reading the Bible and you know
she can't read anymore because she can't see very well. I met this
preacher who told me about a parrot that can recite the entire bible.
It took twenty preachers 12 years to teach him. I had to pledge to
contribute $100,000 a year for twenty years to the church, but it was
worth it. Mamma just has to name the chapter and verse and the parrot
will recite it." <>
The other
brothers were impressed.
After
the holidays Mom sent out her Thank You notes.
She
wrote: <>
"Milton,
the house you built is so huge. I live in only one room, but I have to
clean the whole house. Thanks anyway."
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"Marvin,
I am too old to travel. I stay home, I have my groceries delivered, so
I never use the Mercedes. The thought was good. Thanks."
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"Michael,
you gave me an expensive theater with Dolby sound, it could hold 50
people, but all of my friends are dead, I've lost my hearing and I'm
nearly blind. I'll never use it. Thank you for the gesture just the
same."
Dearest
Melvin, you were the only son to have the good sense to give a little
thought to your gift. The chicken was delicious. Thank you."