One Wish
Published Oct 28, 2002
Three guys, one smart, one average, and one a bit dim, have begun a 40-mile hike home when they come upon a bush with an owl sitting atop it. To their surprise, the owl speaks. "Weary Travelers," he says, "I will give you each one wish."
The smart one says, "I want to be home and rich beyond my dreams."
"Wish granted!" says the owl.
The average man says, "I want to be home and married to the most beautiful girl in the world."
"Wish granted!" says the owl.
The dim guy looks around and feels lonely. "I wish my friends were back," he says.
Originally published November 14, 2002.
