Tag Archives: coronavirus

Close Enough

Posted on November 14, 2021 by Austin

“Are you sure it’s okay that I sit here?” Holly asked with trepidation as she stood at her end of the bench and waited for his answer. “Yes, Holly, you can sit there,” Aaron replied like he was a bit … Continue reading →

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Two Negatives Can Be Positive

Posted on November 11, 2021 by Austin

One of the things I hate most about being single, Modern Philosophers, is that there isn’t that someone special around to settle me down when my anxiety skyrockets. I’m a writer with a vivid imagination, which means I am outstanding … Continue reading →

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Diary of an Unused COVID Face Mask

Posted on August 6, 2021 by Austin

Dear Diary, I don’t understand people. Why am I sitting here in this box when I should be out there on someone’s face?  They realize there is a pandemic going on, right? Not only am I simple to use, but … Continue reading →

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No Masking His Frustration

Posted on August 1, 2021 by Austin

Holly checked out Aaron in her peripheral vision as she sipped her coffee.  He was acting stranger than usual, and she was simply working up the strength to address it. She really didn’t want to ruin a perfectly gorgeous Summer … Continue reading →

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Who Was That Unmasked Man?

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Austin

Last night, for the first time in fifteen months, I stepped into my local grocery store without a mask, Modern Philosophers! It’s amazing how wildly the pendulum can swing.  Grocery shopping went from being an annoying weekly chore to a … Continue reading →

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Show Me That Handsome Face

Posted on May 2, 2021 by Austin

It was a gorgeous Sunday for a walk along the Penobscot River.  The sun was shining, the ducks had returned, and people were out in full force along the path. Aaron sat on his usual bench.  Holly, however, did not … Continue reading →

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CDC Offers Free Longer Life Expectancy To Anyone Who Gets COVID Vaccine

Posted on April 30, 2021 by Austin

According to recent research, there is still a large percentage of Americans who refuse to get vaccinated against the Coronavirus, Modern Philosophers. While their reasons for not getting the shot may vary, they are united in the being the reason … Continue reading →

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Stop The March Madness

Posted on March 21, 2021 by Austin

“Now that there are several vaccines for the Coronavirus, do you think scientists could come up with something to get rid of March Madness?” Aaron asked. Holly laughed so hard that she had to fight to keep coffee from shooting … Continue reading →

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Let’s Talk About You

Posted on March 7, 2021 by Austin

“So how are things with the new boyfriend?” Aaron asked from his side of the path after taking a sip of his Snapple. “Slow down, Speed Racer!” Holly demanded in response, as she held up her hand like a stop … Continue reading →

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One Hairy Leap For Normalcy

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Austin

I’m going to let you in on a little secret, Modern Philosophers. For the past year, I’ve been operating a little side business.  I haven’t said anything about it because I don’t necessarily have all the proper licenses, and I … Continue reading →

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