Awkward Penguin

I wrote this essay today in keyboarding for a timed writing prompt. The prompt itself was "In a well developed essay, describe how an individual may avert an awkward situation while still mantaining proper manners." I was floored. The school was going to have me waste my time on this? Bull. I think from just reading this, you can completely hear my reluctantness and sarcasm. (:

Awkward Situations- we all hate them. Some might even say they enjoy them, but the real fact here is that one may endure an awkward situation or two in their life time. One may stutter along the way and make it out feeling embarrassed and altogether confused, others may handle it like a true professional. How one handles an awkward situation may define who they are as a person.

Personally, I either change the subject or, to escape being dragged unwillingly somewhere, muster-up my favorite lie: “Oh so sorry but I just remembered that I was planning on washing my pet goldfishes hair today and I simply cannot cancel on him again!” Is it random? Yes, of course! Does it get the job done? Well, that is up to the one who is unfortunate enough to have received such said comment. This comment should only be used when around those of good company, such as a good friend or a door-to-door Christian.
Other ways to avert an awkward conversation is to totally and completely address the situation. The best way to console someone’s misfortune is through laughter, in this case, the misfortune is utter confusion throughout the group present. Laughter amongst company is most always welcome in most situations.
Lastly, one may handle such a situation by simply asking to explain what has just occurred. In good company, someone must surely be willing to take the time to explain!
All people are destined to fall into the clutches of an awkward situation, but anyone is capable of worming their way out.

Genius, I think so! :D