Getting Married

 

Jack, age 87, and Jill, age 79, are excited about their decision to get married. They go for a stroll to discuss the wedding and on the way they pass a chemist shop and Jack suggests they go in. Jack addresses the man behind the counter: “We’re about to get married. Do you sell heart medication?”

Pharmacist: “Of course we do.” Jack: “How about medicine for circulation?” Pharmacist: “All Kinds.” Jack: “Medicine for rheumatist?” Pharmacist: “Definitely.” Jack: “How about suppositories?” Pharmacist: “Definitely.” Jack: “How about suppositories?” Pharmacist: “Yes.” Jack: “Medicine for memory problems, arthritis and Alzheimer’s?” Pharmacist: “Yes, a large variety. The works.” Jack: “What about vitamins, sleeping pills, antidotes for Parkinson’s disease?” Pharmacist: “Absolutely.” Jack: “Heartburn and indigestion?” Pharmcist: “We do . . .” Jack: “Wheelchairs, walkers and canes?” Pharmacist: “All speeds and sizes.” Jack: Adult incontinence pants?” Pharmacist: “Yes”

Jack: “Then we’d like to use this store for our wedding presents list.

 

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