The speaker recounts a humorous and relatable story about their life, specifically a recent bus ride. They begin by talking about their mother's efforts to keep them grounded despite their success. The speaker then shares an anecdote about taking a bus to a show in Curitiba, where they sat at the back and enjoyed the solitude.
The conversation shifts to a scene on the bus where a father is explaining to his young son what it means to be bisexual, homosexual, and heterosexual. The speaker finds the father's explanation amusing and relatable, highlighting the challenges and confusions that come with navigating different identities.
The speaker also reflects on how societal norms and expectations can influence our understanding of these identities, and how it might be easier if we didn't have labels or judgments. The story ends with the speaker appreciating the humor and unexpected twist in the conversation between the father and son.
Throughout the story, the speaker weaves in personal anecdotes, witty observations, and humorous insights, creating a lighthearted and entertaining narrative.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The speaker is a 55-year-old man who has been married and has three children.
2. He has a degree but does not specify what it is in.
3. He takes the bus and enjoys sitting on the highest seat.
4. He was recognized by someone on the bus who called out his name.
5. A father and son got on the bus and the son asked his father about being homosexual and bisexual.
6. The father explained that being bisexual means liking both boys and girls.
7. The speaker overheard the conversation and thought it was interesting.
8. He mentioned that he won R5,000 at some point.
9. He has a friend who is a comedian and has put on several shows.
10. The speaker has a mother who tries to keep him grounded.
11. He was offered a show in Curitiba and had to travel by bus.
12. He thinks that societal expectations and labels can be limiting and judgmental.
13. He believes that people should have the freedom to be themselves without fear of judgment.
14. The bus ride included a conversation between a father and son about sex and relationships.
15. The son, who is 11 years old, claimed to be bisexual, which surprised the speaker.