A Native American chief predicts a harsh winter, so he instructs the members of his tribe to gather some extra firewood. He decides to double-check his idea, and calls the National Weather Service.
They agree, telling him that they expect a harsh winter.
Concerned, the chief now wants his tribal council to preapre for a severe winter, and calls on the tribal members to gather even more wood, even chopping down aged trees if need be.
He calls the Weather Service back, and they tell him that they've upgraded their warning to a SEVERE winter, encouraging everyone to gather extra supplies.
Now the cheif is panicked. Quickly, he passes the words that every tribal member must gather as much wood as they can, and prepare shelters, and store food.
He calls the Weather Service back, and they tell him they expect the worst winter ever. Satisfied with thte way he has protected his people, he asks the Weather Service about the advanced technology they use to protect the winter.
"Well, it's weird." The representative says. "Our technological indicators are telling us that the winter will be mild, but we've been watching those Indians, and they're gathering wood like CRAZY!"
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[This message has been edited by RudeDawg (edited 06-09-2001).]