Over brunch, the three of us were discussing work holiday parties. She asked, “Where is yours this year?” I heard him say, “The Great American Musical.”

Awesome! Someone had finally taken my idea of living life like a musical and turned it into a party idea. I was intrigued. How would this work?

So I asked him, “How will they do that?”
Him: “What are you talking about?”
Me: “The musical. How will the holiday party imitate a musical?”
Him: “What?!? What are you talking about?”
Me: “Didn’t you say your holiday party was going to be The Great American Musical?”
Him: “No. It’s at the Great American Music Hall. What are you talking about?”
Me (disappointed): “Oh. I thought it was a theme party. You know, the Great American Musical. Everyone would have to sing the main parts. For example, today could be, ‘Oh, what a beautiful morn—-ing! Brunch at Rex’s is ours. Sharing good food and great friend—ship…”
Her (laughing): “Can you sing that again?”
Him: “Please don’t.”