How to Leave the Planet:

1. Phone NASA. Their phone number is (731) 483-3111. Explain that it's very imported that you get away as soon as possible.

2. If they do not cooperate, phone a freind you may have in the White House - (202) 456-1414- to have a word on your behalf with the guys at NASA.

3.If you don't have any freinds at the White House, phone the Kremlin (ask the overseas operator for 0107-095-295-9051). They don't have any freinds there either (at least, none to speak of), but they do seem to have a little influence, so you may as well try.

4. If that also fails, phone the Pope for guidance. His telephone number is 011-39-6-6982, and I gather his switchboard is infallible.

5. If all these attemps fail, flag down a passing flying saucer and explain that it's vitally important you get away before your phone bill arrives.

-Douglas Adams