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[Floda]

There is a Sunday market in Larnaka [I suppose many know of it] and among the traders there stood one young British [ex-pat] stallholder with his rather voluptuous Russian cohabitee.

Generally speaking, the young chap was regarded as something of a wag among his fellow traders and I am sure his female companion was of greater interest to those that frequented the market than the cheap items of jewellery he was trading with.

On the Sunday before last, a rather distinguished looking customer approached the stall and [so I'm told] was dressed in the garb which would suggest he was from Saudi Arabia [or some such location].

The gentleman began to examine some of the items on display and made a comment which was probably open to the interpretation that he considered them to be of little value which apparently incensed the wag.

Jokingly [and I assume that to be the case] the wag invited the gentleman to purchase the whole lot, including the stall, the van which was parked behind the hard-stand and the good will of the business, sneeringly suggesting that the gentleman might increase his possible wealth by so doing.

The gentleman stroked his chin and enquired if the price asked [$10,000] included the voluptuous blond Russian girl who added adornment to his stall.

Wishing to appear something of a "Jack the Lad", the wag laughingly [or jokingly] informed the gentleman that the blond would be $5 extra.

Apparently the gentleman, taking note of the sudden change in the countenance of the young Russian blond and realizing that she was obviously offended, shook hands with the wag, produced a wad of large denomination bills [enough to choke a horse], peeled off a few and struck the deal there and then.

The wag, thinking himself clever, accepted the exchange and [winking at his cohabitee] set off to a local refreshment area for a smoke and a drink.


On his return, he found that his stall, goods and van were gone, also missing was his beautiful Russian cohabitee and he has today received a communication from her informing him that her "Prince" is very well satisfied with HIS purchase and she is well pleased with HER position.

The wag is now the subject of ridicule, he will soon spend the money [for he is also a "Would Be" gambler] BUT, he has learned something rather important.

Never make assumptions about complete strangers, whether it be their appearance, wealth or otherwise, invariably he/she who does so will live to rue the day.

And with THIS tale, I do inform one particular member that all is well with me and I DO feel quite sad that THIS is the only manner in which I am able to convey such information [for the moment ].

[CBBB]

Woosh!!!!!

[Oracle]

Rather like reading a well constructed Horoscope prediction, one can find meanings and loaded interpretations to answer all one's questions in such obfuscatory tales. That is the pitfall.

But as a practical, curious Virgo, always wishing to help, but respecting the need to allow a life-line for escape to the more self-reliant; I have sown a few threads to germinate and spring forth the harvest of enlightenment to stave off my hunger. Impatience has forced me to use hot-house techniques unfortunately.

However all is safely gathered in, and I am now satiated

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Woosh, woosh!!!!!!

[SSBubbles]

Woosh, woosh!!!!!!

Better than Paul Daniels magic!

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I what was things flying over my head! Fortunately I ducked and didn't get crapped on (yet).

[SSBubbles]

I what was things flying over my head! Fortunately I ducked and didn't get crapped on (yet).

Stay focused!

[Oracle]

I what was things flying over my head! Fortunately I ducked and didn't get crapped on (yet).

That might be due to a low-flying crane .....

[Filitsa]

There is a Sunday market in Larnaka [I suppose many know of it] and among the traders there stood one young British [ex-pat] stallholder with his rather voluptuous Russian cohabitee.

Generally speaking, the young chap was regarded as something of a wag among his fellow traders and I am sure his female companion was of greater interest to those that frequented the market than the cheap items of jewellery he was trading with.

On the Sunday before last, a rather distinguished looking customer approached the stall and [so I'm told] was dressed in the garb which would suggest he was from Saudi Arabia [or some such location].

The gentleman began to examine some of the items on display and made a comment which was probably open to the interpretation that he considered them to be of little value which apparently incensed the wag.

Jokingly [and I assume that to be the case] the wag invited the gentleman to purchase the whole lot, including the stall, the van which was parked behind the hard-stand and the good will of the business, sneeringly suggesting that the gentleman might increase his possible wealth by so doing.

The gentleman stroked his chin and enquired if the price asked [$10,000] included the voluptuous blond Russian girl who added adornment to his stall.

Wishing to appear something of a "Jack the Lad", the wag laughingly [or jokingly] informed the gentleman that the blond would be $5 extra.

Apparently the gentleman, taking note of the sudden change in the countenance of the young Russian blond and realizing that she was obviously offended, shook hands with the wag, produced a wad of large denomination bills [enough to choke a horse], peeled off a few and struck the deal there and then.

The wag, thinking himself clever, accepted the exchange and [winking at his cohabitee] set off to a local refreshment area for a smoke and a drink.


On his return, he found that his stall, goods and van were gone, also missing was his beautiful Russian cohabitee and he has today received a communication from her informing him that her "Prince" is very well satisfied with HIS purchase and she is well pleased with HER position.

The wag is now the subject of ridicule, he will soon spend the money [for he is also a "Would Be" gambler] BUT, he has learned something rather important.

Never make assumptions about complete strangers, whether it be their appearance, wealth or otherwise, invariably he/she who does so will live to rue the day.

And with THIS tale, I do inform one particular member that all is well with me and I DO feel quite sad that THIS is the only manner in which I am able to convey such information [for the moment ].

It's all about style, be it the Saudi's, the wag's, or yours. Though I'm not that "particular member," I'm glad to know you're well.