Retorts: Comebacks, Wisecracks, and Life Lessons for Bashful People

By Len Tomaka

Len Tomaka shares the best comebacks, wisecracks, and retorts that he's learned over the years in this book that shares life lessons while helping introverts engage with others.

When a friend doesn't realize he's in a bad situation, you can say, "And how is that working out for you?"

If someone you know gets involved with something that you think is a bad idea, all you need to say is, "Yea, well good luck with that."

When someone is upset over a lost companion, it's the perfect time to tell them, "Don't be sad because it's over--be glad it happened."

If someone you know is fixated on revenge, tell them, "Living well is the best revenge."

When a friend is excitedly jumping into a goal they always wanted to accomplish but they haven't considered all the ramifications, say, "Be careful what you wish for."

Get quick-witted responses to use in almost any situation with this fun book filled with humorous comments and insights on life.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Archway Publishing
• Release date: Oct 22, 2019
• ISBN: 9781480882256

Len Tomaka

Len Tomaka has reached retirement age after an active life. He grew up on Chicago’s south side, where he learned to be street savvy. His college was a Chicago Local Union #597 pipe fitter apprenticeship. He grabbed fourth place in the city YMCA weightlifting competition, spent five years in the United States Marine Corps Reserve, and owned a cosmetics franchise. He was a pipe fitter, an estimator / project manager for mechanical contractors, and the owner of his own consultancy (Tomaka Associates) to mechanical contractors. Also, he holds three US patents. Len doesn’t consider himself a teacher, a raconteur, or a psychologist. But he does have common sense.

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