Determined to "take it with him" when he died, a very rich man prayed until finally the Lord gave in. There was only one condition: he could bring only one suitcase of his wealth. The rich man decided to fill the case with gold bullion. The day came when God called him to heaven. St. Peter greeted him but told him he couldn't bring his suitcase through the pearly gates. "Oh, but I have an agreement with God, "the man explained. "That's unusual," said St. Peter. "Mind if I take a look?" The man opened the suitcase to reveal the shining bars of pure gold bullion. St. Peter was puzzled. "Why in the world would you bring pavement?"