THE
FIX
Theme:
Missing what God is trying to tell you when it's right in front of you
Props: Plumber's tools
Roles: Fran, a woman who needs a leak repaired; A Plumber
FRAN:
Oh, I'm so glad you've stopped by. We've got a problem in the basement. We've
got a terrible leak, and I can't seem to plug it no matter what I do.
JOE:
Well, that's why I'm here. Just point...
FRAN:
It's so nice that even complete strangers will still stop by give people
support.
JOE:
I'm ready. I'm the plumb...
FRAN:
Oh, and look at you. You're even holding a cork which is the exact size of the
hole in the basement. And you've got tools and everything.
JOE:
Yeah, I know, I came to fix the...
FRAN:
But, I'm sorry sir, there isn't anything you can do. I called a plumber over an
hour ago, and he still isn't here and I'm just beside myself. Oh sometimes I
don't know what this world is coming to. When you call someone and they say that
they will be here, you expect them to come. I mean, it's not like any one is
holding them back from coming. You'd think they would want to come.
JOE:
I do. I'm here. And...
FRAN:
Oh, you're such a dear, and I appreciate it. Such a nice boy.
JOE:
(LOUDER) Ma'am, I'm the one...
FRAN:
Now there's no need to be anxious. It will be fixed in due time. Can I get you
coffee? Maybe some tea?
JOE:
(YELLING) Look Lady, I am a plumber
FRAN:
Well, you don't have to yell.
JOE:
Well, obviously I do. You have failed to listen to a thing that I have said.
FRAN:
Oh, dear, I'm so sorry. Well, since you're here, would you like to look at my
basement? I called someone an hour ago and they still haven't showed up!
By
Lloyd Evans
© 2000 Lloyd Evans