Bad Timing

We love Clifford alright, but we were sorry that he showed up when our cousin Nora was visiting. We knew his arrival meant only one thing. He brought all his George Bush paraphernalia with him, buttons, stickers, flyers, in a large old briefcase. I knew that was a mistake. He should have left that stuff in his van along with the giant Goldwater placards he still saves. Clifford has no discretion.

Right off, sparks began to fly from Nora-she came right to the point and said "I would like to see every Bush-ite carried out of town on a rail. They are a rich heartless group."

It was becoming very awkward in the living room. As hostess, I said, "let us have some dessert. Who wants regular coffee and who wants decaf?"

Notes

McDaniel, Wilma. (2001) Borrowed Coats. Hanging Loose Press, Brooklyn, New York.
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