I arrived at work one morning and noticed mouse droppings on my desk. This isn't exactly alarming since I work in the middle of a producing oil field. Feeling clever, I dashed off the following e-mail to the lady who handles such infestations.
> This morning I found scatological evidence
> of mice on my desk. Can I get some glue traps,
> or perhaps a cage with an exercise wheel? :-)
>
> Thanks.
I was certain that she would be impressed by my erudition and wit, but she proved both unflappable and more clever. This is her reply.
> I can only send over glue boards. Mice are
> considered unauthorized contractors and
> therefore are ineligible to use the company's
> exercise equipment.