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Show ‘The Deseret News and The Salt Lake Tribune F27 Guys.com THE CLASSIFIED GUYS tadao ee, 36-inch television in the classifieds, an older gentleman came to take a look at it He admitted to being in his late 80s and was very proud ofit. However, after watching his old dial-type TV for the past 25 years, he said he was ready for a modem one and looking forward to having a remote control. Sure enough, as soon as he saw the remote, he picked it up and pressed the buttons several times. Tight away. The gentleman explained that the hose was usedjust a few times to water flowers at the very end ofhis driveway.“At first my wife planted flowers that needed watering every other day,” he said. “When she got tired of that, she planted flowers that needed watering only every two weeks.Finally, she got smart and planted flowers that didn't need watering at all.” “Really,” I inquired. “What kind are they?” He laughed, “Plastic!” (Thanks to Randal O., California) Tip of the Week ‘The beautiful dream ofrelaxing in your new home can sometimes fade Bewildered by the fact that nothing happened, the gentleman grunted, after a few years of household maintenance.Little problems such as a “T can’t buy this television. The remote doesn’t work.” Rather embarrassed, I explained, “Sir, that’s my garage door opener.” (Thanks to Chuck M., Pennsylvania) Green Thumb Llove to garden, and I alwayssearch the classifieds for garden supplies. So when found an ad for 300 feet ofgarden hose for only $30,I called leaky washing machine or a noisy dishwasher are enough to turn any happy-go-lucky homeowner into bitter individual. But before you toss in the towel, remember that the classifieds may be your saving grace. Over 55 percentofadults who buy the newspaper read the classified section on a regular basis looking for everyday deals, according to the Newspaper Association ofAmerica. You mightas well be one of them. So instead of waiting until an appliance goes on thefritz, consider replacing or upgrading it before it drives you crazy. That way you can keep your to-do list short and spend moretime in that cozyrecliner. Laughs for Sale DESPERATE HOMEOWNER: Will trade 1-year-oldair conditioner for working e. From the Guys Carry: Sometimes it’s hard to imagine howanyone got by withoutthe convenience oftoday’s appliances. They are things we alwaysrely on and quickly miss when they break down. Cash: Boy, | know what you mean. Last week when my dryer broke I thought I'd try the famous technique of drying clothes in the oven.I must say that I learned a valuable lesson when| put them on. Carry: You sure did. Next timelet them coolfirst. Do you have afunnyor successful story? Send yourstories, questions or humorousclassified ads to comments@ClassifiedGuys.com or Classified Guys, PO. Box 8246, New Fairfield, CT 06812. ©2002 The Classified Guys Published submissions receive $50 and an autographedcopyofour book. Visit www.ClassifiedGuys.com for complete details. 11/10/02 Hay, Grain, ‘eed Soil, Fertilizer VACUUM$200; Qreee 1857 Uae, a feia oge . 9 Coit tay 945.8 nee As > ‘ak for Ero Eimerte iera hee tah 1900 900Pah) Vv remote NPTeta ; Tome ere iestoeGS 80-81 WREA Gl 131:200 |
