Michael Cash wrote:
> On Fri, 29 Oct 2004 01:02:13 +0900, Declan Murphy
> <declan_murphy@hotmail.com> brought down from the Mount tablets
> inscribed:
> 
>>Michael Cash wrote:

>>>The officers had noticed a tear in the upholstery of their sofa and
>>>the curved needles used for sutures are also ideal for upholstery
>>>repair. Attempting to do it with the straight needles found in sewing
>>>kits is an exercise in frustration.
>>>
>>>Kevin might be surprised to learn that a basic sewing kit is part of
>>>the standard equipment of soldiers, sailors, and marines. When you
>>>have to maintain your uniforms and tailors aren't available, you do
>>>the sewing yourself.
>>
>>I still have my sewing kit actually. I've never used it since leaving my 
>>chocolate soldier days behind me, but for some reason feel better just 
>>knowing that it is there.
> 
> I keep one in my truck, and there have been many many times I have put
> it to use.

So your truck has a hip flask and a sofa. What kind of stitch do you use 
for the upholstery?

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