Brussels Sprouts & Matters of Dignity

Today I spent a considerable amount of time observing my Correspondence Pile.

It is a dignified pile. It does not speak unless spoken to, and it understands the importance of proper letter order.

I attempted to check whether any new letters had arrived from Giggle Sprout, but the pile maintained a suspiciously innocent silence. I believe this is because Brussels sprouts are very good at pretending they are not planning something.

I briefly considered writing a reply letter to my friend from Brussels. However, I remembered that my last communication may have contained excessive attempts at explaining why I am right and he is wrong, which some parties interpreted as “overly dramatic.”

I maintain that the drama was entirely justified.

In other news, I spent several minutes in front of the mirror, practicing the serious expression required when facing unexpected humour, such as when a ladybug appears wearing a chocolate chip cookie crumb on her head as if it were a prized hat.

It is harder than it sounds.

Come to think of it, I will write to Giggle Sprout. I deserve an apology.

Notes to self:

• Acquire a mirror of respectable size.

• Purchase flip flops for situations requiring dignified outdoor contemplation.

• Ask Giggle Sprout for a written apology.