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Tag Archives: Covid 19
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“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
Posted in Humor
Tagged best friends, coronavirus, Covid 19, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, short story, social distancing
8 Comments
Two Negatives Can Be Positive
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
Posted in Humor
Tagged anxiety, coronavirus, Covid 19, Humor, medical, mental health, Modern Philosopher, pandemic, Sarcasm, satire, vaccine
17 Comments
Who Was That Unmasked Man?
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
Posted in Humor
Tagged back to normal, coronavirus, Covid 19, grocery shopping, Humor, masks, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing
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CDC Offers Free Longer Life Expectancy To Anyone Who Gets COVID Vaccine
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
Posted in Humor
Tagged CDC, coronavirus, Covid 19, health, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, vaccine
4 Comments
The Christmas I Interned For Santa Claus
It was quiet along the river path, but not for the usual reason. Normally, this late into December, the path was buried under snow that the city refused to plow, so no one dared to use it. Today, however, the … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Humor
Tagged Christmas, coronavirus, Covid 19, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Santa Claus, Sarcasm, satire, short story, social distancing
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Wear A Mask Or You’re Going On The Naughty List
Santa Claus is coming to town, Modern Philosophers, and he’s intent on helping to enforce masking laws to keep us all safe from the Coronavirus. “If you don’t wear a mask, you’re going on the Naughty List. It’s that simple!” … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Humor
Tagged Christmas, coronavirus, Covid 19, Humor, naughty list, Santa Claus, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing, wear a mask
4 Comments
Absentee Turkey Cravings
“I think I’m suffering from absentee turkey cravings,” Aaron announced from him bench. Before replying, Holly took a long sip of her coffee since it was a decidedly cold and windy day along the river. “I’m not sure what that … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Humor
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, flash fiction, friendship, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, short story, social distancing, Thanksgiving
6 Comments
Trump Declares Victory Over Halloween
Just mere days after the White House website claimed that the administration had put an end to COVID-19, President Trump has taken credit for another huge accomplishment, Modern Philosophers. Now he’s declared victory over Halloween. At a campaign rally in … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Politics
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, Election Day, Halloween, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Politics, President Trump, Sarcasm, satire
11 Comments
All Tricks, No Treats
“It’s less than two weeks until Halloween, and I couldn’t help but notice that you had no decorations out on your porch,” Holly commented from the bench on her side of the running path as she sipped her coffee. “That … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, flash fiction, Halloween, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, short story, social distancing
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The Long Distance Relationship
They sat on his front porch and enjoyed the gorgeous Autumn weather in Maine. Aaron had his legs up on the front porch railing and sipped his Snapple. Holly wrapped her hands tightly around her coffee cup in hopes of … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, short story, social distancing
7 Comments