The Genie
A woman was walking along the beach when she stumbled upon a Genie's
lamp. She picked it up and rubbed it, and lo-and-behold a Genie
appeared.
The amazed woman asked if she got three wishes. The Genie said, "Nope...
due to inflation, constant downsizing, low wages in third-world
countries, and fierce global competition, I can only grant you one wish.
So... what'll it be?"
The woman didn't hesitate. She said, "I want peace in the Middle East.
See this map? I want these countries to stop fighting with each other."
The Genie looked at the map and exclaimed, Gadzooks, lady! These
countries have been at war for thousands of years. I'm good but not THAT
good! I don't think it can be done. Make another wish."
The woman thought for a minute and said, "Well, I've never been able to find
the right man. You know, one that's considerate and fun, likes to cook and
helps with housecleaning, is good in bed and gets along with my family,
doesn't watch sports all the time, and is faithful. That's what I wish
for... a good mate."
The Genie lets out a long sigh and said, "Let me see that damned map
again!"
