This is a wonderful, funny piece, written in high biblical style, but in fact spoken by a modern, harried father.
It is a great example of how to write humor, subvert expectations and trade on the language in which your life has been (perhaps unknowingly) steeped.
If you can, get hold of the Selected Shorts version read by the late, lamented Isaiah Sheffer.
(The full title of the piece is: “Laws Concerning Food and Drink; Household Principles; Lamentations of the Father”)
The only qualification to be a ‘Superstar” is a desire to write and support your fellow writers.
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Registration for 2024 open now-June 8, 2024
The only qualification to be a ‘Superstar” is a desire to write and support your fellow writers.
A supportive group of committed writers, who meet virtually, support each other’s efforts, and inspire each other.
Registration for 2024 open now-June 8, 2024
A 6-part journey through the short story.
Starts July 28, 2023