Chapter 1: The Art of Scheming
Disappointment is the inevitable outcome of any well-intentioned plan. It's like a law of physics, except instead of F = ma, it's Disappointment = (Plan + Expectation) / Reality.
Case in point: the tale of Bertrand, who tried to cook a simple omelette, but ended up with a kitchen full of flames and a batch of charcoal-crusted eggs.
For more on Bertrand's Blunder, visit Bertrand's Blunder.
Or, if you're feeling particularly adventurous, explore theOther People's Mishaps section.