Christmas Quote by Richard Brautigan
““Hello, sir. Yes...Uh-huh...Yes...You say that you want to bury your aunt with a Christmas tree in her coffin? Uh-huh...She wanted it that way...I'll see what I can do for you, sir. Oh, you have the measurements of the coffin with you? Very good...We have our coffin-sized Christmas trees right over here, sir.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Coffin Tree” by Richard Brautigan, 1972
A darkly humorous exchange where a funeral director offers a whimsical, impractical solution to a bizarre request.
In simple terms: Humorous absurdity in a funeral setting.
Key Takeaway
Question absurd requests with humor.
Themes
absurdity
humor
death
creativity
customer service
Mood
witty
dark
playful
Type
satirical
humorous
absurdist
When to use this quote
- funeral planning
- creative brainstorming
- customer service training
- improvisational theater
Key Concepts
satire
dark comedy
unusual problem solving
Questions to Reflect On
- When is humor appropriate in serious contexts?
- How does absurdity highlight bureaucratic rigidity?
A Different Perspective
The humor may be unsettling for those sensitive to death topics.
