A successful young executive had several hours between flights so he roamed the airport to pass time. He noticed a dapper elderly man seated in one of the waiting areas reading the financial section of The New York Times. “Think I’ll strike up a conversation with the old boy, I might learn something.” He was impressed with the old man’s knowledge of the business world and thought he might also have some health tips. “Sir, you look pretty good, what do you attribute this to.“ “Well, I do all the wrong things, smoke six of these black cigars a day, drink a fifth of bourbon and still chase the ladies.” Amazing! “How old are you?” “Twenty –five.”
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