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The Domino Effect

I’m washing the windows.  I asked Shugaluvs if there was something I could do to help and she said “ Do you want to help or are you looking for something to do?” (Trick question. Any answer you give you lose). ME: “Well I ain’t really looking for anything to do but…” SHUGALUVS: "I need the windows cleaned."    But let’s start at the beginning, shall we?   It was Saturday before last. A good Saturday with rest and relaxation on my schedule. Some piddling, yes, as always, but no major toil.  SHUGALUVS: “George, will you do me a favor?” ME: “Most certainly, my Leibchen. (Leibchen is German for Shugaluv)-- How mighteth I pleaseth thee? Please counteth the ways”, I state thru clenched teeth, sensing impending doom. Shugaluvs: “Would you please clean the light globes in the kitchen? Me: “Thou hath sayeth—-it shall be done, my liege!”   I unscrew the rings that hold the globes in place, delicately AND with an overabundance of caution and tender loving care I wash ...