The Secret Of Life

A woman walking down a residential street, noticed a little old man rocking in a chair on his porch. She called out to him as she passed by.
"Hello there! I couldn't help but notice how happy you look. What's your secret for a long happy life?"
"I smoke three packs of cigarettes a day," he replied. "I also drink a case of whiskey a week, eat nothing but fast food, and never, ever exercise."
"Wow!" The woman was amazed. "Just how old are you?" she asked.
"Twenty-six," he replied.
Originally published October 05, 2005.