I’ll Take the Crippled One
A man put up a sign in his yard that read: “Puppies for Sale.” Among those who came to inquire was a young boy. “Please, Mister,” he said, “Id like to buy one of your puppies if they dont cost too much.” “Well, son, theyre $25.” The boy looked crushed. “Ive only got two dollars and five cents. Could I see them anyway?” “Of course. Maybe we can work something out,” said the man. The lads eyes danced at the sight of those five little balls of fur. “I heard that one has a bad leg,” he said. “Yes, Im afraid shell be crippled for life.” “Well, thats the puppy I want. Could I pay for her a little at a time?” The man responded, “But shell always have a limp.” Smiling bravely, the boy pulled up one pant leg, revealing a brace. “I dont walk good either.” Then, looking at the puppy sympathetically, he continued, “I guess shell need a lot of love and help. I sure did. Its not so easy being crippled.” “Here, take her,” said the man. “I know youll give her a good home. And just forget the money.”