Category Archives: Holidays

Down The Bunny Hole

Posted on April 9, 2023 by Austin

“Happy Easter,” Aaron said with a smile as he raised his Snapple bottle in a salute. It was Easter Sunday, and the best friends had risen early to sit on their favorite bench next to the river. “Happy Easter,” Holly … Continue reading →

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Easter Bunny To Replace Easter Eggs With IOUs

Posted on April 8, 2023 by Austin

Here comes Peter Cottontail, Modern Philosophers.  He’s hopping down the Bunny Trail, but he’s not bringing his usual assortment of festively colored Easter eggs for children to find. That’s right, folks, even the Easter Bunny has felt the ill effects … Continue reading →

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Introverted Pilgrim Shenanigans

Posted on November 20, 2022 by Austin

“Why must you be so stubborn?” Holly asked in frustration.  “Why won’t you just come to Thanksgiving dinner at my parents’?” It was the Sunday before Thanksgiving and the best friends were engaged in a heated discussion while seated on … Continue reading →

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This Is The Way We Do Halloween

Posted on October 30, 2022 by Austin

“Any special plans for Halloween?” Holly asked. It was the Sunday before Halloween, and the best friends were seated on their favorite bench next to the river.  Since it was Maine, there was a sinister, yet fun vibe in the … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on January 1, 2022 by Austin

Happy New Year, Modern Philosophers! I have no idea what 2022 will bring for the blog.  I have the impression that blogs are slowly going extinct, but I will do my best to keep this one up and running in … Continue reading →

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Thankful For What?

Posted on November 22, 2021 by Austin

This couple knocked on my door tonight. They were dressed as Pilgrims.  Full blown first Thanksgiving kind of garb.  The guy had a clipboard, the woman just offered a smile. I’d normally tell strangers to get the hell off my … Continue reading →

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The Vanishing Turkey

Posted on November 21, 2021 by Austin

“What do you mean there ain’t no turkey?  How the hell do you lose a turkey?” Bruno demanded angrily as he stared at the spot on the counter where the turkey should have been. “I don’t know,” Wally replied with … Continue reading →

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Why I Hate This Holiday

Posted on July 3, 2021 by Austin

I’m really starting to hate The Fourth of July, Modern Philosophers. It’s not because I don’t like what the holiday represents, or because I don’t feel patriotic.  On the contrary, I love what we celebrate on Independence Day. I will … Continue reading →

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Don’t Ruin The Fairy Tale

Posted on April 4, 2021 by Austin

Aaron and Holly sat on benches on opposite side of the path that ran along the river.  They both wore masks, and they each had their beverage of choice handy. It was Easter Sunday, so it was quieter than normal … Continue reading →

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Leprechaun Portfolio Diversity

Posted on March 14, 2021 by Austin

“Do you think leprechauns give any consideration to diversifying their portfolios?” Aaron asked shortly after he had settled in on his bench on his side of the river walk path. On the other side of the path, Holly smiled brightly … Continue reading →

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