Department of Snappy Replies

Willow over at Willow Manor posted about a funny response to a phone solicitor's inquiry, and that reminded me of a few quick rejoinders that became legend in my family.

I tend to be rather flat-footed in the repartee department, so I can appreciate the quick thought and nimble wit it takes to deliver a really good response on the spur of the moment.

And so, without further ado:

Snappy Reply #1:

My dad, answering the phone: Hello?

Caller: Who dis?

My dad: Who you?

Snappy Reply #2:

My mother, answering the doorbell: Hello?

Religious stranger: Good afternoon, M'am. Have you been born again?

My mother: Good Lord, no! We're Episcopalian.