Perspective Shifts

Kerry Allen at the Swivet article on a restructuring at Random House said,

Hysterical Writer: “The sky is falling!”

Wise Agent: *slap* “No, it is not.”

Hysterical Writer: “But this piece of the sky hit me on the head!”

Wise Agent: *slap* “That is pigeon poop.”

Hysterical Writer: “Oh. Thank you very much for your educated input and calming influence.”

Wise Agent: *slap* “You’re very welcome.”

Hysterical Writer: “Why do you keep hitting me?”

Wise Agent: *slap* “Because it’s fun.”

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