Congratulations!

Driving home after working late the other day, I was stopped by a police officer for speeding.
I explained that I was rushing home to be with my wife on our first anniversary, which was the truth.
However, instead of being let off with a warning, the officer said "Congratulations!" and then proceeded to write out the ticket. As he handed it to me, he said, "The first year is paper, right?"
Originally published November 04, 2003.