The Slice: Those amorous couples were a little wet behind the ears

Once upon a time, in certain restaurants, Saturday mornings offered a prime opportunity to spot dating couples that had unexpectedly spent Friday night together without benefit of clergy or a hair dryer.

Her wet hair (from having showered before realizing he didn’t have a hair dryer at his place) was the telltale giveaway.

Let’s move on.

For those who grew up far from here: When you were a kid learning the state capitals, didn’t you find Olympia and Boise to be among the easiest to remember?

For some, the hardest to keep straight were Charleston, W.Va., and Columbia, S.C. The fact that there is a prominent Charleston in South Carolina muddied the waters.

I don’t suppose kids learn state capitals these days.

What golfers talk about during a round: “Prostates,” said Johnny Erp.

If you think that’s depressing, get a load of this.

According to Michelle Drake-Smith, players actually talk about golf.

Speaking of golf course conversations: Several years ago, Karen Valandra was on a local course when a group of guys asked if they could play through. Valandra’s group said OK.

While those men were still nearby, one of their phones rang. One of the guys answered by saying the name of a roofing business.

Valandra then heard that man say, “Oh, yes, we are going to be there today. We’re on Francis right now picking up materials.”

He then went on at some length about how they were getting everything ready and should be there soon.

After the call ended, the guys had a big laugh.

Just wondering: So have those who watch “Friday Night Lights” on NBC (the show returns April 15) had to steer clear of acquaintances who have already seen the fifth and final season via the dish?

Slice answers: Several readers reported having left-pawed pets. And then there was this from Tom Boden.

“My red heeler, Dutchess, always puts her left ear back when she’s trying to be cute,” he wrote. “Always the left ear. I call her my left-eared dog.”

Today’s Slice question: Would current WSU students and faculty recognize the name Tom Tuttle?