Why visiting my family is crazier than a David Sedaris novel …
posted December 3rd, 2009Part 1 in an ongoing series …
Travelling to see my family is always incredibly educational. Just when I think I know them, I end up discovering something completely interesting - like the specific terms of their probation, for example, or which Eastern European ethnic group “has it coming.”
On this trip, I figured I wouldn’t uncover anything too interesting – after all, I go to my aunt’s and uncle’s house all the time, so I’ve probably uncovered all the hidden family mysteries their house is hiding, right?
Foolish mortal! OF COURSE not. There’s always more crazy to be found amongst my family. Our neurosis is the gift that keeps on itching. This time, I was lucky enough to learn the following … (more…)
