Arnon Grunberg

Marvelous

Sleep

Last night I was having dinner with a friend.
We were talking about magazines, at least that’s what I believe. I drifted away and suddenly I asked: “Why don’t you move to Dubai?” My friend was clearly flabbergasted and I was a bit shocked too. I must have fallen asleep, I could have said: “Excuse me, I was half 'sleep,” but I said: “Dubai is a really interesting city.” I must admit that lately this is happening more often.
In 2013 I will make a list of people who put me to sleep. I plan to write them a note: “Dear X, you are a marvelous friend. You are an intelligent and entertaining human being, but please keep in mind that you put me to sleep. Don’t wake me up when this happens; just finish your meal. I’ll pick up the check. Sincerely, Arnon Grunberg.”

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