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A 75 Year Old Man Went To His Doctor A 75 year old man went to his doctor’s office to get a sperm count. The doctor gave the man a jar and said, "Take this jar home and bring me back a sample tomorrow." The next day the 75 year old man reappeared at the doctor’s office and gave him the jar, which was as clean and empty as on the previous day. The doctor asked, "What happened, didn’t I ask you to bring me back a sperm sample?" The man went on to explain, "Well doc, it’s like this - first I tried with my right hand, but nothing. Then I tried with my left hand, but still nothing. Then I asked my wife for help. She tried with her right hand, but nothing. Then she tried her left hand, still nothing. She even Have a seat Kermit. What I’m going to tell you might come as a big shock..... tried with her mouth, first with her teeth in, then with the teeth out, and still nothing. We even called up the lady next door and she tried with both hands and her mouth too, but nothing." The doctor was shocked! "You asked your neighbour?" The old man replied, "Yep, but no matter what we tried we couldn’t get the damned jar open”.
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Julia Roberts, She may have had 'Pretty Woman', but Julia Roberts could have cornered the romantic comedy market all by herself if she hadn't turned down the chance to star in 'Sleepless in Seattle', 'Shakespeare in Love' and 'While You Were Sleeping'. While her loss would eventually be Meg Ryan, Gwyneth Paltrow and Sandra Bullock's gain, it wasn't just romance films she was turning down – she also decided to pass on erotic thriller 'Basic Instinct'. The 1992 move made Sharon Stone a household name. Bruce Willis - Romantic weepie 'Ghost' could have been slightly different if Bruce Willis
had played the lead character. However, he wasn't sure about playing a ghost – much to Patrick Swayze's delight. Maybe realising his mistake, he would eventually play a member of the undead in the classic “The Sixth Sense”.
David Schwimmer, was offered the part of J in Men in Black, the younger of the two
lead agents. However, Schwimmer decided it wasn't for him, allowing Will Smith a chance to take not only the role but pretty much announce to the world that he was a genuine movie star.
Sir Sean Conner, the Scottish actor has made a few film
choice errors – most notably passing on the chance to be in two of the biggest blockbuster series in recent history. While you can't now imagine anyone else playing Gandalf other than Sir Ian McKellen, Connery was in fact the first actor to be offered the role. However, the thought of filming three films back-to-back didn't appeal to Connery, nor did the fact that he didn't understand the script. He also turned down the chance to play Morpheus in 'The Matrix' because he, yet again, couldn't get his head around the story. Fearing another blockbuster oversight he decided to make 'League of Extraordinary Gentlemen'. The result? A superhero film that was not only a huge flop, but promptly saw him retire from acting. Will Smith, Sir Sean Connery wasn't the only one to have been confused by 'The Matrix's script. Will Smith passed on the chance to play Neo – a role that became an iconic one for Keanu Reeves. Smith would later explain, “You know, 'The Matrix' is a difficult concept to pitch. In the pitch, I just didn’t see it. I watched Keanu’s performance – and very rarely do I say this – but I would have messed it up. I would have absolutely messed up 'The Matrix'. At that point I wasn’t smart enough as an actor to let the movie be. Whereas Keanu was smart enough to just let it be. Let the movie and the director tell the story, and don’t try and perform every moment.”
Tom Hanks was offered the lead roles in 'Field of Dreams' and 'Shawshank Redemption', but eventually passed on the projects. Both would have played up to Hank's everyman persona, but how different would 'Jerry Maguire' have been if Hanks had played the arrogant and unraveling sports agent? We'll never know, as Cameron Crowe had to turn to his second choice instead after Hanks said no. It ended up being arguably Tom Cruise's greatest role.
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Brain Teaser The Castle - A square medieval castle on a square island is under siege. All around the castle there is a square moat 10 meters wide. Due to a regrettable miscalculation the raiders have brought footbridges, which are only 9.5 meters long. The invaders cannot abandon their campaign and return empty-handed. How can the assailants resolve their predicament?
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9-letter word - PARACHUTE Some other words of five letters or more containing the hub letter H: chart, cheap, cheat, chert, chute, earth, hater, heart, parch, patch, peach, perch, ratch, reach, retch, teach, theca, preach, chapeau,chapter, chateau, trachea.
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Castle - solution You can put one foot-bridge over one corner (thus a triangle is created). Then from the middle of this foot-bridge lay another footbridge to the edge (corner) of the castle. You can make a few easy equations confirming that this is enough.
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A passerby watched two Irishmen in a park. One was digging holes and the other was immediately filling them in again. "Tell me," said the passerby, "What on earth are you doing?" "Well," said the digger,"Usually there are three of us. I dig, Paddy plants the tree and Mick fills in the hole. Today Paddy is off ill, but that doesn't mean Mick and I get the day off, does it?"
Simultaneously, the genie vanished. Only the gentle lapping of Guinness on the hull broke the stillness as the two men considered their circumstances. Michael looked disgustedly at Patrick whose wish had been granted. After a long, tension-filled moment, he spoke: "Nice going Patrick! Now we're going to have to pee in the boat."
Two Irishmen, Pat and Murphy, saw sign saying "Tree fellers" wanted. Murphy said to Pat, said, 'If only Seamus had been with us we'd have got that job.'
What do you call an Irish spider? Paddy long legs.
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You are feeling empowered and productive this month, with energy to spare, dear Capricorn. Family and domestic conditions improve this month, as do finances, especially money and property shared with a partner or coming from outside sources other than your personal income. You begin March with a lot of little things to do errands, returning phone calls and emails, appointments, and paperwork. The 15-17 brings surprising but pleasant news. As the month advances, much pleasure is derived from family and home life, even if the pressures of work still call you!
Aquarius
Focus continues to be on finances, possessions, comfort, and practical matters this month, dear Aquarius. Pleasant financial surprises may be in store on the 15-17. March is a strong month for taking charge of your finances and for monetizing creative projects or hobbies. Studies, learning, communication, and transportation matters are moving forward after the 10th, when you will be feeling more mobile, cheerful in attitude, and communicative. After a few months of some confusion or lack of clarity in your love life, relationships begin to regain momentum.
Pisces
March is an energizing month for you, dear Pisces. Others are paying special attention to you and the feedback is good! You are beginning to feel more confidence about money making abilities and your work, and this confidence will only increase in the next few months. You are getting into a more practical routine that helps you to feel grounded and enthusiastic about the future. New Moon energy from the 15-17 gives you a boost. You feel that you can easily shed the unproductive or unhealthy attitudes that have been weighing you down.
Aries
You are certainly regaining your confidence this month, dear Aries. While the changes may not be dramatic, they are definitely indicating that you are moving forward and coming out of your shell. You have been more introspective recently and you are building towards a rather exciting and action-packed spring and summer. Decisions are coming to you more clearly, plans are straightening out, and your romantic life is less confused. You know your position. Excellent days for good favor, partnering, and personal appeal are the 7-31, but especially the 7-8, 16-17, and 20-21.
Taurus
Friendships are especially dear to you this month, dear Taurus. You are meeting new people and enjoying making contact. For some of you, your romantic life could involve some sacrifices from the 7th forward. Others are keeping your love life secret just for the time being and enjoying your privacy. Home life is becoming more and more straightforward. In the next few months you will be pouring a lot of energy into your home and family, seeing to it that any complicated or confusing matters at home are straightened out.
Gemini
Your career is on the upswing in March, dear Gemini. The 7-8 and 15-17 are especially strong periods for material and professional success. Pleasantly surprising events are happening in your career mid-month. The 7-8 is also good for positive energy in love and partnership. In general, people in your life are becoming more accommodating from the 10th forward. March should be quite prosperous for you. A friendship is becoming clearer and less complicated. You are ironing out your differences. Wonderful conversations with friends and lovers this month help to lift your spirits.
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Practical matters, including finances and career, are beginning to clear up for you this month, dear Cancer. You are putting confusing situations and insecurities about your earning power or career path behind you, particularly after the 10th. Some of you might even enjoy a promotion or other type of honor in your career. Others are appreciating your knowledge and breadth of vision. You are making beneficial connections and finding it easy to take problems in stride. Some of you are considering taking courses that will boost your professional appeal. After some months of introspection and perhaps hesitancy, dear Leo, you are regaining confidence. You are figuring out what it is you want, personal plans are beginning to move forward, and your decision-making ability is now back on track. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easier to find support from others, and for some of you to obtain or manage loans, particularly from the 14-16, when you are pleasantly surprised by the help you receive. The people in your life are generous with their time and energy, and their happiness ricochets back to you. Strong energy for love is with you this month, dear Virgo. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about reconciliation, fixing problems, enhancing a partnership, or attracting a new relationship, the cosmos are lending a helping hand. The 14-17 brings pleasant surprises in love. Complications in your intimate life or with shared finances begin to disappear this month, and you are beginning to see some real progress. While March is not the most energetic period of the year for you, many of you will be feeling revitalized through the support and generosity of others. You continue to work hard and get your practical affairs into order in March, dear Libra. Many of you are living up to your New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resolutions and paying more attention to health and fitness routines. Changes are in the air for your personal relationships this month, and you will be thoroughly enjoying the increased clarity. After some months of not really knowing where you stand in a friendship or partnership, matters become clearer and the people in your life more straightforward. The 7-8 and 21-22 are stronger days for opportunities. Work and career matters are starting to move forward for you in March, dear Scorpio. After some months of delays, stalled plans, and perhaps lack of enthusiasm, you are starting to regain confidence, passion, and interest in your work. You can prepare yourself for a busy and active professional life in the next few months. For the first half of the month, however, you are able to take a break from the rigors of competition and pressure, finding more time for recreation. The 15-17 brings pleasurable surprises and attention your way. A very pleasing and heart-warming month is in store for you, dear Sagittarius. After months of confusing signals in the romance department, love becomes clearer and you are rebuilding your faith and confidence in people around you. From the 7th forward, in fact, your personal charisma skyrockets. Travel and educational plans are beginning to show movement forward. Some of you are meeting romantic interests from a different cultural background than yours. Home life is rewarding and supportive, especially since you are giving back and taking the time to make family feel special.
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