Theme: Parenting, fathering (A preaching subject may be on Joseph as a fatherly role model.)

Characters:
Brad Nelson
Bowling Alley Proprietor
Stranger

Tone: Thoughtful, emotionally painful

Setting/Props:
Bowling alley setting with bowling balls
Table and chairs
Soda
Telephone

Approximate time: 5-7 minutes

(Brad Nelson is sitting at a table sipping a soda. Bowling alley noises are heard in the background along with recorded Christmas carols. Bowling Alley Proprietor approaches Brad.)

Proprietor: Can I get you something,, sir? Did you want to bowl? We have an alley open now.

Brad: Naah, I’m really just waiting for someone —either I’m early or he’s late — again!

Proprietor: Give me the high sign if you want something, buddy. (exits)

Brad: (impatiently) Okay, yeah, yeah. (politely) Th…