Yes, Ciccio is like a caged animal. Most of the time, he is not a threat to society, yet you never know what is going to set him off. Just the other day my mom was talking to a business professional and Ciccio was not in favor of what the guy was saying. He started charging for the phone to tell the guy exactly what he was thinking and I had to jump on his back to slow him down. I wonder how many wives have to tackle their husbands to prevent them from embarrassment?
On a daily basis, my house shakes when Ciccio calls his family from Italy on Skype. His arms thrash around like he's swatting birds and he screams as if he is at war. At first, I would rush to his side.
"Honey, Honey what's wrong?!!!" I said.
"What are you talking about?" Ciccio responded.
"You were screaming, what's going on?!" I would plead.
"Nothing," Ciccio said as if I were the crazy one.
One time I was sure someone shot one of his family members by the way he was screaming and it really was about the proper lasagna cooking techniques.
This animalistic side to Ciccio is what makes people love him or hate him. Ciccio is not for the faint of heart. However, if you give him a chance and he feels you are genuine (like a dog he'll sniff you out), Ciccio will be the best and most entertaining friend you've ever had.
