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a short graphic novel (graphic short story?) by Michael Berryhill

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Page 1: I Could Be Happy
Page 2: I Could Be Happy

(fake “diner” version of Les Amis)

Page 3: I Could Be Happy
Page 4: I Could Be Happy

Only one other person in the place.

Page 5: I Could Be Happy

Ventriloquist?! Great—

Page 6: I Could Be Happy

Did I wake up on the Bow of the Love Boat?

Page 7: I Could Be Happy

It’s pathetic—People need too much attention

Page 8: I Could Be Happy

the unicycle jackball on the way herewasn’t enough? Now I gotta see this?

don’t most people want—peace and quiet?I just need to be able to think…

Page 9: I Could Be Happy

don’t most people want—peace and quiet?I just need to be able to think…

Page 10: I Could Be Happy

I don’t need someone spitting bible verses inmy ears—or whatever people are compelled to do

Page 11: I Could Be Happy

I may wear vintage shirts from time to time…

Page 12: I Could Be Happy

At least I’m quiet about it

Page 13: I Could Be Happy

At least I’m quiet about it I’m gonna have to say something

Page 14: I Could Be Happy

As I walked by—I realized I was wrong…

Page 15: I Could Be Happy

It was a child—a mentally challenged child—maybe the bow tie threw me off—

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He’s obviously a better human being than I am—more patient, more decent, open, caring…

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He knows…

Page 18: I Could Be Happy

I’m wrong…So what…

Page 19: I Could Be Happy

I’m wrong…So what…

Page 20: I Could Be Happy

“What’ve you done with Lester—Willie?”**Willie Tyler: b.1940 American ventriloquist, comedian Lester: Dummy

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The End

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The End

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