Big Shot Bahamian

 

Joe grew up in Bain Town, then moved away to attend college and law school. He decided to come back to Nassau because he felt he could be a Big Shot at home. He really wanted to impress everyone. So he returned and opened his new law office on Shirley Street.

 

The first day, he saw a man coming up the passageway. He decided to make a big impression on this new client when he arrived. As the man came to the door Joe picked up the phone. He motioned the man in, all the while talking.

 

“No. Absolutely not. You tell those clowns in New York that I won’t settle this case for less than one million. Yes, the Appeals Court has agreed to hear that case next week. I’ll be handling the primary argument and the other members of my team will provide support.”

 

He went on, “Okay, tell the DA that I’ll meet with him next week to discuss the details.” The “conversation” went on for almost five minutes. All the while the man sat patiently as Joe rattled instructions.

 

Finally, Joe put down the phone and turned to the man, “I’m sorry for the delay but as you can see, I’m very busy. What can I do for you?”

 

The man replied, “I’m from Batelco, the telephone company, I came to hook up your phone.”