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Laundry Zen
“You know how I hate doing laundry?” Aaron asked before he took a large gulp of his Snapple. It was a gorgeous Sunday morning in Maine. The warm, summer sun beat down on the best friends, who were seated on … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged best friends, flash fiction, Humor, inspiration, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, short story
8 Comments
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, Modern Philosophers! I have no idea what 2022 will bring for the blog. I have the impression that blogs are slowly going extinct, but I will do my best to keep this one up and running in … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Humor
Tagged Coast Guard, Happy New Year, Humor, inspiration, Modern Philosopher, New Year's Day, New Year's Resolutions, Sarcasm, satire, setting goals
20 Comments
Do You Ever Shower With Your Characters?
I don’t want to get too personal, Modern Philosophers, but do you ever shower with your characters? I should probably clarify that the question is aimed at my fellow writers, and I’m talking about plotting out story lines and writing … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged character development, dialogue, Humor, inspiration, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, writing, writing tips
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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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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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A Reminder To Stay Positive
We interrupt our regularly scheduled content for this Public Service Announcement, Modern Philosophers: Stay positive! To be honest, I needed to remind myself of that tonight, which has led to my writing this post. Yes, the blog is here for … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged coping skills, Hollywood, Humor, inspiration, life, Modern Philosopher, Philosophy, satire, stay positive, writing
8 Comments
Deep Thoughts Before Ice Cream
I woke up feeling like crap, Modern Philosophers. And not just because I knew I had to go to work. Even though I was a tad under the weather, I pushed myself to go for my morning run. I’ve been … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged Deep Thoughts, Humor, Ice Cream, inspiration, life, Modern Philosopher, sarcasm, satire, The Nite Show with Danny Cashman, writing, Yankees
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It Doesn’t Hurt To Just Try
Much like a twelve year old girl, I usually take a selfie after my morning run, Modern Philosophers, and post it on Facebook. There are many reasons for this: The photo offers proof of life, and lets my friends know … Continue reading
Posted in Dating, Fitness, Humor
Tagged Fitness, health, Humor, inspiration, Modern Philosopher, Philosophy, Relationships, sarcasm, satire, self-confidence, writing
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Sweat Kills (And Other Running Myths)
Today was my eleventh consecutive day of work, Modern Philosophers. I may not be Cal Ripken quite yet, but I kept my iron man streak going with an eleven hour work day. When I finally made it home to The … Continue reading
Posted in Fitness, Humor
Tagged exercise, health, Humor, inspiration, Love, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, running, sarcasm, satire, self-confidence
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Giving A Wedgie To My Inner Superhero
Have you ever had one of those moments, Modern Philosophers, when you’re so exhausted that you can’t make it from the car to the house and almost fall asleep in the comfy chair on your front porch? I just had … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged Humor, inspiration, life, Modern Philosopher, Philosophy, psychology, Relationships, sarcasm, satire, superhero, Superpowers
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