Tag Archives: fireworks

Red, White, & Birthday

Posted on July 3, 2022 by Austin

“So what are you getting America for its birthday?” Holly asked with a sly grin on her beautiful face. It was the Sunday before Independence Day, and the best friends were seated on their favorite bench next to the river. … 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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Stop The Rockets’ Red Glare

Posted on May 30, 2021 by Austin

“I thought about you last night,” Holly informed him before taking a sip of her coffee to hide her devious smile. She knew such a comment would irk Aaron, but since he was being a little too quiet for her … Continue reading →

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Not All Fireworks Are Explosive

Posted on July 8, 2018 by Austin

“I hear you had one Hell of an Independence Day!” The Devil declared as he strode confidently into my living room like he owned the place. As always, he was well dressed in an impeccably tailored suit, which made me … Continue reading →

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A Bunker Mentality

Posted on July 2, 2017 by Austin

“Please tell me why we are in your dark, dank basement,” The Devil insisted as he made a show of pulling out a silk handkerchief and dusting off the chair I’d put out for him. As always, he was well … Continue reading →

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My Own Big Bang Theory

Posted on July 5, 2016 by Austin

As much as I would love the opportunity to hang out with Penny, Leonard, Sheldon and the rest of gang, Modern Philosophers, I’ve realized after last night that I have a Big Bang Theory of my own. On Sunday, I … Continue reading →

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Fireworks Can Be Hell!

Posted on July 3, 2016 by Austin

Happy Fourth of July, Modern Philosophers. I know that you are expecting another highly entertaining installment of this blog’s extremely popular Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, but you are getting this Public Service Announcement about Fireworks Safety instead.  So … Continue reading →

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Panicked French Citizens Cower From Bastille Day Fireworks

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Austin

Originally posted on The Return of the Modern Philosopher:
Absolute panic broke out all over France tonight, Modern Philosophers, as French citizens ran for cover from what they believed to be an aerial bombardment. Streets quickly emptied.  Buildings were shuttered. …

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Come For The Fireworks, Stay For The Damnation

Posted on July 5, 2015 by Austin

“Did you catch the fireworks last night?” I asked The Devil as I handed him a Snapple and sat back down on the couch. The Yankees were losing, but I didn’t care.  I loved watching baseball after a long week … Continue reading →

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The House On The Hill Is Under Attack!

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Austin

I’m usually a big fan of both my neighbors and fireworks, Modern Philosophers, but last night was the exception. The House on the Hill has been unusually quiet without Banky, and last night, I was sitting in the living room … Continue reading →

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