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Tag Archives: hell
Has This Soul Been Misfiled?
“Has anyone ever been sent to Hell in error?”I asked as I reached into the cooler for a fresh bottle of Snapple. “I imagine with billions of souls in play, an occasional clerical error must come up like in any … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged flash fiction, heaven, hell, Humor, Modern Philosopher, sarcasm, satire, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, the afterlife, The Devil
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The Devil’s Deep Dish
“You are an absolute bore after you’ve gone on a long run,” The Devil chided from his end of the couch. “You sit there like a bump on a log, with absolutely no energy. Our fans want witty banter, the … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged Chicago, deep dish pizza, flash fiction, hell, Humor, Modern Philosopher, sarcasm, satire, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil
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The Devil Declines
It’s Sunday, Modern Philosophers, and I know many of you tune into this blog today to read our most popular weekly feature, the Sundays With Satan Short Story Series. Due to this week’s unfortunate events, however, I have decided to … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged alt right, hell, Humor, Modern Philosopher, mourning, sarcasm, satire, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil, Virginia
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Hot As Hell (Not!)
O how I abhor it, When foolish mortals, A species who wasted The gift of Free Will, And is on the verge Of destroying the planet With which they were gifted, Try to tell me, The Prince of Darkness And … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Poetry
Tagged heat wave, hell, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Poetry, sarcasm, satire, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil
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Let Me Paint Your Soul
“You look more disheveled than usual,” The Devil proclaimed from the doorway to the living room. He stood there in his impeccably tailored suit, looking as handsome as ever, and offered a charming, yet Devilish smile to soften his words. … Continue reading
Did Darth Vader Go To Hell?
I’m used to having a sporting event on in the background on Sunday afternoons, but with the late start of today’s NFL playoff games, there was nothing to watch. As a result, we read in silence. I had a World … Continue reading
Deck the Halls With Flames and Pitchforks
“I come bearing tidings of comfort and joy!” The Devil announced as he strolled confidently into the living room of The House on the Hill in an outfit that I would have to describe as “Pimp Santa”. As always, he … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Humor, Writing
Tagged Christmas, Christmas decorations, Christmas spirit, hell, Humor, Modern Philosopher, sarcasm, satire, short story, The Devil
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A Peek Behind The Curtains Of Hell
I was in my trailer, hard at work on my new screenplay, when there was a knock on the door. “Come in,” I yelled without looking up from the laptop because I really wanted to finish the scene without derailing … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Humor, Writing
Tagged behind the scenes, hell, Hollywood, Humor, Modern Philosopher, production, sarcasm, satire, short story, Thanksgiving, The Devil
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Go To Hell, Fetch Me A Snapple
“Where the Hell is it?” I screamed as I peered into the fridge at the very spot where the item in question was supposed to be. I was not in the mood for this, and it was time for my volcano … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Love, Writing
Tagged hell, Humor, loss, Modern Philosopher, pain, Relationships, sarcasm, satire, short story, Snapple, The Devil
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Nap Well, Sweet Prince
Would you like to hear a secret about your beloved leader, Modern Philosophers? He looks ridiculously adorable when he’s sleeping. I’d take a photo for you, but I worry that Austin would see it as a complete betrayal and ban … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged distraction, exhaustion, hell, Humor, mental fatigue, Modern Philosopher, napping, sarcasm, satire, short story, The Devil
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