Retorts
Comebacks, Wisecracks, and Life Lessons for Bashful People
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Over the years I compiled a list of the best comebacks that I have heard or overheard everyday in the real world. The list grew and grew, and by golly, I realized that these retorts contained many life lessons (as well as wise cracks) that can be helpful to most people. The key to this book is setting up the situations to which each retort is responding. This is the compilation of my efforts as an attempt to enable passive people to become more outgoing. If discussed at a family function or gathering of friends many of these situations will be familiar and lead to hilarious banter.
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About the Book
Len Tomaka shares the best comebacks, wisecracks, and retorts that he's learned over the years in this book that shares life lessons while helping introverts engage with others.
When a friend doesn't realize he's in a bad situation, you can say, "And how is that working out for you?"
If someone you know gets involved with something that you think is a bad idea, all you need to say is, "Yea, well good luck with that."
When someone is upset over a lost companion, it's the perfect time to tell them, "Don't be sad because it's over--be glad it happened."
If someone you know is fixated on revenge, tell them, "Living well is the best revenge."
When a friend is excitedly jumping into a goal they always wanted to accomplish but they haven't considered all the ramifications, say, "Be careful what you wish for."
Get quick-witted responses to use in almost any situation with this fun book filled with humorous comments and insights on life.
About the Author
Len Tomaka, a native of Chicago, completed a five-year Chicago Local Union #597 Pipe Fitter apprenticeship while at Washburne Trade School. He has worked at every level in the field: apprentice, pipe fitter, foreman, job site superintendent, and estimator and project manager for mechanical contractors in the heavy industrial and commercial industries. He finished his career with his consultancy to mechanical contractors. He spent five years in the United States Marine Corps Reserve and holds three U.S. patents. He is also the author of Aphorisms, Adages, and Advice for the Children I Never Had.