Hospital Bill

A man was brought to the hospital, and taken quickly in for emergency surgery. The operation went well, and as the groggy man regained consciousness, he was reassured by a Sister of Mercy, who was waiting by his bed.

- Mr. Smith, you're going to be just fine - said the nun, gently patting his hand.

- We do need to know, however, how you intend to pay for your stay here. Are you covered by insurance?

- No, I'm not - the man whispered hoarsely.

- Can you pay in cash? - persisted the nun.

- I'm afraid I cannot, Sister.

- Well, do you have any close relatives? - the nun essayed.

- Just my sister in New York - he volunteered.

- But she's a spinster nun.

- Oh, I must correct you, Mr. Smith. Nuns are not 'spinsters;' they are married to God.

- Really...wonderful - said Smith.

- In that case, you can send the bill to my brother-in-law!