The nuns had been getting very restless in the convent, and the Mother Superior called a meeting to ask what was wrong. … One of the young novices said boldly, “What we need are some men around here!” … Needless to say, the Mother Superior was shocked. … Another nun added, “It’s only human nature.” The Mother Superior thought for a moment, then said,”Alright, sisters, I’ll issue extra candles. You can comfort yourselves with them.” “No, no,” The nuns cried, “We’ve already tried those.” … The mother Superior was indignant. “They were good enough for me when I was young.” … … “You don’t understand,” said the outspoken nun, “We get tired of the same thing, wick in and wick out.”