Two elderly friends were spending a rainy afternoon at a bus stop, smoking cigarettes and talking about life. When the rain grew heavier, one of them pulled a small plastic sleeve from her purse, cut off one end, and slid it over her cigarette, keeping it dry and burn-free. The other woman marveled at this trick and asked what it was.
“It’s a condom,” the first said simply, “a handy way to keep a cigarette dry. You can buy them at any pharmacy.” Inspired, the other woman promised to pick some up during her next pharmacy visit.
Later, she approached a young pharmacist and boldly requested condoms. The pharmacist, caught off guard but polite, asked if she had a size preference. She answered without flinching, “One that fits a camel’s nose.”
The pharmacist was stunned but couldn’t hide his amusement at the unexpected answer. This innocent and clever request soon became local legend, proving that resourcefulness and humor can brighten even the gloomiest days.
The story spread for its warmth and wit. It reminded folks that learning new tricks—and sharing a laugh—can happen at any age, especially when you face a rainy day with creativity and a sense of humor.
