After 35 years of marriage, Greg has realized something crucial: guessing what’s inside the gift before unwrapping it ruins the moment—even when you’re right. That deep emotional connection? Turns out it’s better to keep it under wraps (literally). He’s now enrolled in acting classes to learn the art of surprise. It’s going to be okay…if you believe the acting teacher and his therapist.
Elsewhere in suburban life:
- Greg books a COVID booster and flu shot at CVS, but arrives to find the pharmacy dark, garbage bags on the floor, and a pharmacist who smells like she just closed out the club.
- Jennifer pays the HOA fee with sharp precision—on the due date and not a second earlier. Her voicemail is legendary.
- A bank appointment to open an account for the family lake house takes a hard left when the banker tears up at the word “dementia.” His sister walks in mid-cry and assumes Greg’s to blame.
It’s another episode filled with suburban chaos, emotional whiplash, and awkward honesty. Greg’s acting classes may help him mask his feelings, but nothing can cover up the hilarity (and heart) of this week’s stories.
It’s Season 3, Episode 59—and no acting skills are required to enjoy it.
Listen now at www.suburbspodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts like Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/acting-classes-gift-guesses-and-a-side-of-tequila/id1669816704?i=1000703450018
