David Sedaris

In “Me Talk Pretty One Day” David Sedaris shares with his readers what abused circus monkeys must face at the hands of a foul ringleader. To fulfill his dream of learning the French language, Sedaris uproots his life, moves to France, and enrolls in a French class. Once his tuition is paid, the circus begins, and it becomes clear that his time and money would have been better spent another way.
It is important to think critically about changes in life, prior to making them. The excitement and curiosity that drives decision-making processes can cloud judgment and cause critical details to be overlooked and alter the outcome.

Throughout the piece, Sedaris uses a rationale that is both comical and inviting. This is important because it …show more content…
Have you ever thought about doing something different in your life? Something that compels you to leave your country and move to another? Are you excited by the unknown and ready to pay whatever it costs to follow your dreams? If your answer is yes, let me ask you a question first. What will you do with the experience once it’s all over?

My audience will be readers who think about making changes in their life as well as readers who want to do something they've always dreamed of doing. Notably, these changes would constitute an investment to navigate their paths, such as moving long distance or obtaining an education to support their needs. Other audiences could include readers interested in enrolling in a French class instructed by a teacher from France. This audience could potentially harbor spontaneous thoughts of adventure. Being excited by the pursuit, they may insist that every aspect has been considered in the decisions they make. They could refuse to accept the potential for anything to go wrong when they choose to pursue their