Boy
A boy is about to go on his first date, and is nervous about what to talk
about. He asks his father for advice. The father replies: "My son, there
are three subjects that always work. These are food, family, and
philosophy."
The boy picks up his date and they go to a soda fountain. Ice cream sodas in
front of them, they stare at each other for a long time, as the boy's
nervousness builds. He remembers his father's advice, and chooses the first
topic. He asks the girl: "Do you like potato pancakes?" She says
"No," and the silence returns.
After a few more uncomfortable minutes, the boy thinks of his father's
suggestion and turns to the second item on the list. He asks, "Do you have
a brother?" Again, the girl says "No" and there is silence once
again.
The boy then plays his last card. He thinks of his father's advice and asks the
girl the following question: "If you had a brother, would he like potato
pancakes?"
By Elliot Sober - Ajokeaday