We'll Be Fine!
The hurricane blew in hard across the Caribbean. Soon, the
expensive yacht was swamped by high waves, rapidly sinking
without a trace.
Only the boat's owner Dr. Simon Epstein its steward, Lenny, survived.
Strong swimmers, both made it to a nearby island. Recovering from
his ordeal at sea, Epstein was surprised to see his steward crying
and very upset, sure that they would never be found.
"Dr. Epstein", sobbed Lenny, "How can you be so calm? We're going
to die on this lonely island. We'll never be discovered here."
Epstein smiled and assured Lenny, "We'll be fine! Sit down and
listen to what I have to say" began the confident doctor.
"Five years ago I gave the United Way $750,000 and another $500,000
to the United Jewish Appeal. I donated the same amounts four years
ago. And, two years ago, since I did very well in the stock market,
I contributed $750,000 to each. Last year business did really well
again, so the two charities each got a million dollars each."
"So what already? How's that help us now?" wailed Lenny.
"Very simply, it's time for their annual fund drives. They'll find
us, Lenny," smiled Dr. Epstein. "We'll be fine"
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