[Not Afraid]

The Incredibly Inappropriate Wedding Gift.

A woman, who was an Art History teacher, and her beau, an artist, were married in a festive and creative ceremony befitting the artistically-inclined couple.

After they returned from their honeymoon, they held a small gathering to share stories with friends and open their wedding gifts. The evening was a joyous occasion full of laughter and storytelling, memories of the wedding and delicious cocktails - which make the evening even more joyous. Present after present was opened and the gathering oohed and awed over the wonderful gifts. Amongst the packages was a present that, to the experienced eye, looked like a piece of framed artwork. Everyone was looking forward to the unveiling of this piece. Who was it from? Which artist had bestowed upon the happy couple a very special piece of art? No one could wait to see it.

Finially, it was time for the last package. The card was opened....OOOH it was from Bill! His work is WONDERFUL! Then, slowly, the wrapping paper was removed. The bride held the art in front of her but her look was one of confusion - almost disgust. The group all began chattering at once..."What is it?" and "Let us see!". Slowly the bride turned the painting around. It was a somewhat abstract painting but the subject matter was clear. It was a painting of a penis. The group sat silently for a moment until someone asked "What's the name of this piece". The bride answered quietly "Self Portrait: Pheonix Rising".