"Let’s Explore Diabetes With Owls" by David Sedaris

One of Jeff’s favorite movies is “Taken” starring Liam Neeson. If they ever go to make “Taken 4” and Neeson is not available I have no doubt that Jeff could easily jump into the role and have the dialogue down pat. (“Die Hard” movies are like this, too.) I, however, never watch a movie twice or read a book twice. With so many choices in the universe, why re-watch movies or re-read books? I make only one exception: David Sedaris. Recently I re-read his book “Let’s Explore Diabetes With Owls.” It has gotten to the point where I can’t listen to the books of Sedaris on CD in my car any more because I laugh so hard I risk being pulled over by a cop for reckless driving. David’s wit shines brightly on every page, especially when he is talking about his family and childhood. One of the funniest sections in this book is about his father’s obsession that David get a colonoscopy. When he finally agrees to get it done, the results are hysterical. Another terrific section describes how one day David lost not only his laptop but also his United Kingdom “indefinite leave to remain card.” His imitation of a Customs official is laugh-out-loud funny. This from a man who once offered priority book signing to smokers, “the reason being they didn’t have long to live, and their time was more valuable.” If you are a Sedaris fan, you might consider re-reading this book. If you have never read any Sedaris, start today and read this book and then march right on to “Me Talk Pretty One Day.” When you are done with those two, read all of his others. His books are just hands-down clever from beginning to end. And in this crazy world, we need humor most of all. To order this book on Amazon click here.