“To get a step up in the world, you could use a ladder, or you could use your connections. I prefer the latter.”

“A brick could be used to represent no, and a blanket could be used to represent yes. If I ask you, “Will you sleep with me?” I expect you to run to the bedroom, get naked, and get under the blanket. Whatever you do, do not reach for the brick.
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“A brick could be used as a trophy, and when you get yours, believe me, you’ll have earned it.
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“A brick could be used to raise your status as an upstanding citizen. Don’t get too excited, though. It’ll only raise you up about three inches.
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“A brick could be used to enhance your sex life. So what are you waiting for? Get that gerbil out of your pants
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“A brick could be used as a puzzle. See if you can correctly add up the number of sides. If you keep getting the number seven, try consulting a psychologist—or a numerologist. Incidentally, I just so happen to be the latter, so feel free to give me a call. But don’t feel too free, because my services are most certainly not free.
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“A blanket could be used to make you laugh, and a joke could be used to keep you warm inside.
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