Humor Brief

Money (or the lack of it) can be the source of pressure, tension, and conflicts... as well as humor.


Miscellaneous Thoughts

Why do we leave expensive cars in the driveway, and keep worthless junk in the garage?

If you think nobody cares if you're alive, try missing a couple of car payments.

I never knew why banks called them "personal loans" until I missed three payments and boy did they get personal.

Why do banks leave the doors wide open but the pens chained to the counter?

If you lend $20 to someone and never see that person again, it was probably worth it.


Funny Quotes

Money is better than poverty, if only for financial reasons.
– Woody Allen

Ever wonder about those people who spend $2 apiece on those little bottles of Evian water? Try spelling Evian backward.
– George Carlin

I went to the bank and went over my savings. I found out I have all the money that I'll ever need... If I die tomorrow.
– Henny Youngman

Always live within your income, even if you have to borrow money to do so.
– Josh Billings

The best way to keep money in perspective is to have some.
– Louis Rukeyser

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For the Health of It:  Some studies indicate that money is the one thing that people argue about most in marriage. But humor can be an effective tool for diffusing conflicts. So... Keep these quotes handy the next time you're tempted to argue about finances with your spouse.

This Jest In:  Saturday Sept. 15 11am-2pm is the 10th Annual Kidz 'N' Kites celebration where you can see kites, skydivers, and other flying objects in Reservoir State Park at Route 31 and Military Road in Niagara Falls. www.niagaracounty.com

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Humor Briefs are provided by the Humor & Health Association of WNY, an affiliate of The Wellness Institute. It's only about 4.3 laughs per month, but we hope it makes a difference. Have a fun(ny) joke, quote, idea, or event? Please reply to let us know!