The Thomas family was shown into the dentist’s office, where Mr. Thomas made it clear he was in a big hurry. “No fancy stuff, Doctor,” he ordered. “No gas or needles or any of that stuff. Just pull the tooth and get it over with.”
“I wish more of my patients were as stoic as you,” said the dentist admiringly. “Now, which tooth is it?”
Mr. Thomas turned to his wife, Sue. “Show him your tooth, Honey.”