Minimalist
The Landscape architect/Feng Shui guy had proudly presented his work as “Minimalist,” but his bill wasn’t . . .
Mañana Doesn’t Mean Tomorrow
While visiting Belize, Vladimir learned that “mañana” doesn’t mean tomorrow as many think, it just means “not today” . . .
Metric Time
Even though Klaus had been assured the clock was accurate, he still couldn’t tell what time it was. Must be metric time, he thought . . .
Starter/Fixer-upper
Joaquin thought that the Realtor may have been just a bit optimistic in describing the country home she was showing him and his wife as a Starter/Fixer-upper. He also had reservations that it would be 2700 square feet when done . . .
Home Improvement
Jack (pictured, blue shirt) had seen the Marble Arch in London and thought it would be just the thing to spiff up his ranch in Montana; to his surprise, it was not for sale, at any price. What’s more, none of the home improvement stores back home–Lowe’s, Home Depot–had any plans available or ideas on how to build one; they couldn’t even suggest a contractor, although he found two offered on eBay and three on Craigslist for Nigeria.
Vlad the Impaler
The Donald made a quick weekend trip to check out a possible running mate, Vlad the Impaler, but he decided Vlad lacked a well-developed immigration policy and was not conservative enough in his military agenda . . .