He swore he would have a nice brick
house by the time he was thirty. Also, he swore he would live his
life debt free. When he turned twenty-nine, he realized he didn't
have enough for a full house, but did not want to break either
promise to himself. Instead, he built a lovely brick home with no
roof. After all, a home missing a wall would easily allow in thieves,
vagrants, and wild animals. No roof just let in a few birds and the
elements. After planting a few trees and setting up some tarps, the
rain was mostly settled, many home improvement stores stocked outdoor
furniture, and he had convinced himself the birds added a touch of
whimsy to his world.
- Originally mailed to K. Ballard of Owensborough, Kentucky
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