At a diplomatic reception, the Mexican general appeared in a magnificent uniform, liberally bespattered with medals and decorations. „That’s most impressive,” said the US ambassador. „Tell me, general, what did you get all those for?”

„In your money,” replied the Mexican general, „about five dollars!”

John was tasked with bringing the Christmas decorations up from the basement and start decorating the house and tree. During one trek up the stairs, heavily laden with boxes, he slipped and luckily only fell about two steps before landing square on his behind.

Jill heard the noise and yelled, „What was that thump?”

„I just fell down the stairs,” he explained.

„Anything broken?” asked Jill.

John replied, „No, I’m fine.”

There was just a slight pause before he heard Jill say, „No, I meant my decorations? Are any of them broken?”