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The Invisible Man Eats Candy Alone
I rarely check the blog’s mail bag any more, Modern Philosophers. That was a task that fell to the interns, and since the University will no longer send me interns due to COVID precautions, I rarely even pick up the … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged blogging, Halloween, Humor, introvert, lonely, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, solitude
20 Comments
Why Do Good Things Require So Much Work?
It’s never a good thing when my blog’s Board of Directors requests a meeting, Modern Philosophers. I thought that when I sold the blog, I’d take the money and run, but someone stupidly signed a deal agreeing to a partial … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged bamboo, blogging, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, money, Philosophy, Sarcasm, satire
8 Comments
I’m Sorry I Forgot Your Name
Dear Aaron, I owe you a major apology. You have been the lead character of my running Sunday short stories series for months now. Your weekly conversations with Holly are a big favorite on the blog, and my followers adore … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged blogging, character development, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, witty banter, writing
10 Comments
Caves Aren’t Just For Neanderthals
Do you ever wonder what inspires my writing, Modern Philosophers? It’s as simple as an idea pops up in my head. Mind you, thoughts are perpetually crashing around inside my skull, so it takes a special something for one of … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged blogging, caves, childhood memories, Humor, inspiration, limericks, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, writing
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Enjoy Your Discount Chocolate
It’s February 15th, Modern Philosophers, so I suggest you scramble off to the local grocery store to pick up leftover Valentine’s Day candy at severely discounted prices. Please buy this candy for your own enjoyment. If you’re buying it for … Continue reading
Where Have All The Pages Gone?
One would think that someone who famously suffers from abandonment issues would never turn his back on anyone, Modern Philosophers. However, I’ve done exactly that to the characters in my novel. I have not written a single word of that … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged blogging, creative process, Humor, Modern Philosopher, novel, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, writer's block, writing
6 Comments
Travel Blog: My Driveway
I’m going to come clean, Modern Philosophers, and confess that I’ve always been envious of travel bloggers. They see the world, their photos are exciting, they eat well on their journeys, and they have the time and money to go … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged blogging, Humor, Maine, Modern Philosopher, photography, Sarcasm, satire, snow, travel, travel blogs
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Writers Inspiring Writers
One of my favorite things about blogging, Modern Philosophers, is interacting with you. I love when you comment on my posts, and we get to have a little conversation. There’s nothing quite like instant feedback to my writing. What I … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged blog love, blogging, flash fiction, Humor, inspiration, Modern Philosopher, pay it forward, sarcasm, satire, short story, writing
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The Friday Freedom Dance
Happy Friday, Modern Philosophers! I’ve never been much of a dancer. That might have something to do with the fact that I’m an awkward klutz with absolutely no sense of rhythm, or it could be related to that “incident” at … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged blogging, Dancing, Friday, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, motivation, sarcasm, satire, Weekend, writing
13 Comments
I Really Should Try To Remember To Blog…
Hey, Modern Philosophers! It’s Austin. You guys remember me, right? The interns kept pestering me all day to write a blog post. Apparently, it’s been some time since I’ve posted anything here. It’s not that I’ve forgotten about you, but … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged blogging, creating a TV series, Humor, Modern Philosopher, NYU, Opening Day, sarcasm, satire, TV series, writing, Yankees
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