avatarHogan Torah

Summary

A father humorously recounts a fictional encounter with his future son who travels back in time to reveal his existence and inadvertently provides him with sports betting insights, leading to a series of comedic and morally questionable events.

Abstract

The narrative begins with the father being confronted by a son claiming to be from the future, who informs him of their familial bond. Initially, the father is skeptical but becomes intrigued when the son mentions his knowledge of future sports outcomes. They capitalize on this information by betting on various games, winning substantial amounts of money. The father indulges in the winnings, including hiring a sex worker, unaware of the ethical implications until his son reminds him of their familial connection. The story is presented as a satirical take on clickbait titles and time travel tropes, with the father using the situation for personal gain and entertainment.

Opinions

  • The author criticizes the use of clickbait titles in media, as evidenced by the son's questioning of his own portrayal in the narrative.
  • The father's character is depicted as self-centered and opportunistic, as he immediately thinks of using his son's knowledge for financial gain without considering the consequences.
  • The son's character, while autistic and thus presumably detail-oriented, is used as a plot device for the father's enrichment, which may be seen as insensitive or exploitative.
  • The story reflects on the nature of storytelling and the lengths writers may go to attract attention, as the father defends his work as "different and entertaining."
  • The son's perspective suggests a level of disapproval and concern for the moral integrity of the father's actions, providing a contrast to the father's carefree attitude.

FAKE NEWS! LIBERAL MEDIA! UNFAIR!

What my Native American Cisgender Autistic Son Traveled Back in Time to Tell me

The hot stays hot and the cool stays cool

Image credit Eddie Rocker on Facebook

“Hello Hogan, I am your future son. I have traveled back through time to tell you something.” Proclaimed my son.

“Wait, future? You mean a parallel dimension or alternate universe right?”

“No, from the future.”

“So I get laid again? Dope. Been a while. I was beginning to worry. So, how am I? How did my screenplay come out? Do I still have hair?”

“I don’t know. Mom said you left before I was born.”

“Okay, yeah. That sounds like me alright. So… What’s up? You need money? Here. I have 18 dollars. That’s all you. You said something about a message?”

“You have a son.” Explained my son.

“So you claim. Dope. Anything else?”

“No. The title states I tell you something and I did so I’m good. I’m not sure why you fleshed it out. This thing you’re doing is nonsense. You know, you’re a terrible person for doing this to these poor people.”

“These are all free. I’m doing something different and entertaining. It’s getting more eyes on my work.”

“Why the hell am I Native American, Cisgender. and Autistic? You know this is click-bait.” My son pontificated.

“Yes, but in a way over the top way. Relax, it’s a joke and I got one more I just thought of that gives this a satisfying conclusion. Ask me if I want to ask you anymore questions.”

“Why didn’t you just ask the question right then?”

“Because I lied. I actually have four jokes left in me while chekhov’s gunning making you autistic. That was the first one. Ask me!”

“Whatever. Do you want to ask me anymore Questions?” Queefed my son.

“Who wins the election, World Series, Super Bowl, Stanley Cup, and NBA championship every year from now till then?”

We fly to Vegas. I check us into a room at the Super 8 in Henderson.

My autistic kid is obsessed with baseball stats and knows not only who wins but the final score of every game.

I bet big. I collect racks of cash.

We get a Suite at the Winn with what I won and I get a sex worker with my winnings. When I was done I asked my future son if he wanted to hit the drive-thru at Arby’s.

The kid goes, “Don’t be gross, that’s my mom.”

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