The Only One Not Divorced From Reality

(We’re at the pub after work, unwinding from a stressful week.)

Coworker: “It is so annoying. Most of my friends are married, having a family, and there is nobody available to have a good time or hang around with.”

Me: “How old are you?”

Coworker: “32.”

Me: *in a very matter of fact way* “Oh, that’s all right, then. Another five to ten years and the majority is divorced and available again.”

(Everyone stares at me.)

Manager: “That is cynical.”

Me: “Maybe, but true. Just wait and see…”