We are demanding guardians of our little avocado, as everyone can see. Hugo is raised under the strictest discipline with only the best education, water and opportunity. His recent foray into Joseph's personal space was perhaps, as Recorder of Pedigrees commented, a rebellion against our household. But we shall not be undermined. Hugo is still young and impressionable - an avocado plant just waiting to be molded by those who know what's best for him. We're thinking of starting him on the violin because really, you can't be a prodigy unless you start before potting. In addition, we're exposing him to a multitude of career options. Today, little Hugo Chavocado spent the day at Joseph's side, sitting next to his computer. We declared it "Avocado Job Shadow Day" (AJSD). It was heartwarming to watch Joseph explain the wonders of Introspect and exhibit labels as Hugo stared at the computer, clearly enthralled with what he saw before him. I was able to capture his look of sheer joy and exhilaration in a candid photo (right).
AJSD was a good opportunity to take Hugo's mind off of some rather disturbing comments made by Ann Coulter on Friday.
He has been working on a vicious letter to Coulter, and has already written to Senators Clinton and Schumer asking for political action. In addition, Hugo asked lawyers at the firm to pursue legal action that would include Coulter's deportation to Venus (he took the book title "Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus" literally - we're so proud that he's reading at that level, we didn't have the heart to tell him it was a metaphor). Coulter was contacted by the O.A. for comment, but refused. Instead she sent an autographed picture of herself in front of the Confederate flag. Receipt of this picture sent Hugo into a raging tantrum, which I was also able to capture on camera (left). Despite our best efforts to shield him from the harsh world of politics, he has already become involved at a such a tender age. I can tell this is only the beginning of the Hugo Chavocado - Ann Coulter feud. Next thing we know, Hugo will be making appearances on cable news networks and lunching with lobbyists. Best to network with him now while he's confined to his water bottle (powered by Westlaw). WHO KNOWS what the future holds for Hugo Chavocado.......
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Perhaps I spoke too quickly in response to Hugo's political enthusiasm. Perhaps you are correct in encouraging little Hugo to question the world and his place in it. Perhaps his newfound voice simply needs some gentle direction instead of cruel and effecient discipline...
Since Hugo is clearly reading on such a high level, might I suggest "Manufacturing Consent: the Political Economy of the Mass Media" by Edward S. Herman and Noam Chomsky? I'm sure you can find it at your local Unoppressive Nonimperialistic Bookstore...
Out of curiosity, where is little Hugo considering getting his education?
Is this all Kelly? If not, why weren't you ever this funny when I knew you?
Might I also add props to the photographer for capturing such illustrative, evocative moments in Hugo's impressionable early years. These photos will no doubt be precious fodder for the autobiography of Hugo Chavocado and the subsequent documentary and dramatic films. Thanks to you, photographer,for ensuring that "Motorcycle Diaries" pales in comparison to the upcoming "Life is the Pit: The Hugo Chavocado Story."
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