The Machets’ Blog

This will be the last post on The Machets’ Blog. I have reached a point where I must spend my time wisely, and unfortunately this blog is one of the sacrifices that must be taken.

Please note that the blog itself will remain, and you will still be able to comment on most posts. At this stage there are no plans to take it down.

The computer services section will continue to be updated, and you will always be able to contact us about prices and other things generally.

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One day a man walks into a dentist’s office and asks how much it will cost to extract wisdom teeth.

“Eighty dollars,” the dentist says.

“That’s a ridiculous amount,” the man says. “Isn’t there a cheaper way?”

“Well,” the dentist says, “if you don’t use an anaesthetic, I can knock it down to $60.”

“That’s still too expensive,” the man says.

“Okay,” says the dentist. “If I save on anesthesia and simply rip the teeth out with a pair of pliers, I could get away with charging $20.”

“Nope,” moans the man, “it’s still too much.”

“Hmm,” says the dentist, scratching his head. “If I let one of my students do it for the experience, I suppose I could charge you just $10.”

“Marvelous,” says the man, “book my wife for next Tuesday!”

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