A conversation between me and an elderly man I've become friends with from riding the bus together.

Man: Are you and your sister married to the same fella?

Me: No, sir! I'm not even married.

Man: Don't lie to me, girl. I see a ring on your finger.

Me: Oh. It's not a wedding ring. It says "courage".

Man: How's that?

Me: COURAGE.

Man: Why in the world would it say that?

Me: It helps me remember a verse from the Bible I like; Joshua 1:9

Man: Well, go ahead and recite it for me.

Me: Have I not commanded you-

Man: Uh huh.

Me: Be strong and courageous

Man: How's that?

Me. Be STRONG and COURAGEOUS. Do not be frightened and do not be dismayed for the Lord your God is with you where ever you go.

Man: Oh, yes. Good heavens, that is true.