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Daniel Clarke-Serret's avatar

The last line is absolutely hilarious.

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Peter Himmelman's avatar

Spare, like Isaac Babel. Dark as pitch. But funny too. Gallows humor. Thank you.

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The Man’s Child's avatar

What a post! Excellent writing.

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Chana M.'s avatar

OK but now I’m waiting with bated breath for the rest of your story! What else happened???

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Alan Mairson's avatar

Coming soon! 😊

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Chana M.'s avatar

Seriously, please! You’re a brilliant storyteller.

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Daisy Moses Chief Crackpot's avatar

oy. an' you shook his hand?! yeesh! (not judgin' here--just sayin' thank g-d he didn't decide ta "have you for dinner!")... as fer the story, promise I won't look ;-)

ps a Jackie Chan kung-fu handshake likely wuz more in order!

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E. E. Negron (Emerald)'s avatar

Ouch.

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Harry's avatar

Islam is a death cult.

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