Simon Dunn

Scriptwriter and Comedian

Moments Of Self Delight

Get your mind out of the gutter.

Last night, just as I went to bed (seriously, grow up), I did something that always pleases me (sheesh). When I turn the light off, I get a little thrill every time, just watching the LEDs fade slowly away in the darkness. I have no idea why this is so delightful, but it is.

It’s like that moment when you immediately see four pieces of a jigsaw puzzle that fit together.

Or when you hear someone say the word ‘Fireman’, and automatically do an impression of Mickey from The League Of Gentlemen.

Or when you pass a car wash on a hot day, and it sprays you with a mist of cool, refreshing water.

Or when you make the perfect cup of tea.

Or when you compose a text message without any typos first time.

Or when you first land on the moon and step down from the ladder and get your opening line right.

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