Diogenes in a barrel

Diogenes the philosopher lives in a barrel and owns nothing. His mum would like a word about his life choices.

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MumDiogenes, are you still living in a jar

Diogenesit's a barrel, mum. it's very spacious

Mumyou're a grown man

DiogenesI've given up possessions. I even threw away my cup

Mumwhy

DiogenesI saw a boy drink from his hands

Mumyou're going to die of thirst being clever

DiogenesAlexander the Great came to see me today

Mumthe KING? what did you ask him for

Diogenesto move. he was blocking my sun

Mumyou could have asked for a house

Diogenesthen he'd be blocking my sun from inside

MumI'm telling everyone you're a philosopher. it sounds better than homeless

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