A Conversation with Shel Silverstein

Hey, Shel! I know you’re busy brooding and now might not be the best time to talk, but I have something I want to tell you.

Come on, Shel! Have a seat on the deck and let’s chat. You love the deck!

Thanks, Shel. Feel free to grab a chair, by the way.

Let’s talk.

Now, the first thing I want you to know is that I think you’re a great writer.

I knew that would make you smile!

Wait, what are you looking at?

You seem distracted, Shel. I’m gonna need you to listen.

That’s better. As I was saying, you’re a great writer.

Now I hate to say “but”, but . . . it’s about your author photos.

Who’s idea were they?

Don’t look at me like that.

I’m asking because I just wanted to tell you that your author photos are . . .

NO!!! Wait! Don’t go into brooding mode!!! You don’t even know what I’m going to say! Come back to the deck and have a seat so we can talk!

Please?

Thank you, Shel. The chair offer still stands, by the way.

Okay – here’s what I want to tell you about your author photos.

I love them.

What’s with the skeptical look? I’m serious!

Seriously! They’re amazing!

Also, where’d you get that shirt?

Alright – that was pushing it. Catch you later, Shel.

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