(92) On Stress Responses, Cliff-Edge Views and Bed Bugs

“Papa…what is your goal weight, exactly?” I asked on speakerphone.

“My goal…is to reduce down to a singularity and disappear,” he said. This did not reassure me. He continued, “I can understand why some people become anorexic.” He already is anorexic.

“Papa, you need to pick a lower limit. And also read a book on nutrition,” I added bravely. He seemed to be a in a good enough mood not to say something snide about my unsolicited advice.

“I’m shooting to win Mr. Universe in the Almost Dead category!” he informed me, and we all laughed.

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