The Neal Spiel

Back in the day, to earn my way I added minutes to callings cards for which clients would pay To avoid impropriety Their address was required for security. One day a gentleman called in named Neal, But his address he would not reveal! "I don't understand," he whined, "why do you pry?" "Sir," I said, "it's just something we must verify." "Well, I think you're invading my privacy!" "Sir, my employer requires it for legitimacy- Since the credit card number is already stored, it's to confirm the charge is above-board." At this he sniffed and then claimed The address was still the same As the one listed under his name. I sighed, "Sir, I may just be a clerk, But it must be specific, 'It's the same,' just won't work." Around and around on this point we went Until my patience was tapped, my energy spent. "So, Neal," I said to end the fight, "I show it is 72 Moss St, is that right?" "Yes, it is," he agreed immediately. "Now that's funny, I don't see how that could be, Since that's MY address, and I know you don't live with me!" "Oh, um-" click! and there the call ended- But that wasn't my address, I only pretended! 7/30/18 Fool Me Once contest Sponsored by Brenda Chiri