men. From now on, I want you to think of the Army as your family and as your home."
Hearing this, one of the recruits broke formation, sat down and lit a cigarette.
"Private, what on earth are you doing?" asked the sergeant.
"Well," said the private, "I'm just making myself at home. Like you said, this is my home."
Thinking fast, the sergeant said, "Son, you listen good, and you're right. This is your home. So as soon as you finish that cigarette, I want you to report to the mess hall to help your mother with the dishes."
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