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Tag Archives: life
When Your Dreams Chase You
I’ve been having trouble sleeping again, Modern Philosophers. Some of it has to do with the weather, the stress brought about by the pandemic and turmoil in our country, and a fear that things might only get worse after Election … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged abandonment issues, divorce, dream interpretation, haunting, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, nightmares, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire
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Sometimes When I’m Bored…
My mind is almost always going a mile a minute, Modern Philosophers. Deep Thoughts are flashing from one synapse to another, and my brain is like a pinball machine as creative ideas bounce around seeking to grab my full attention … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged boredom, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, Philosophy, Sarcasm, satire, writing
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Driving With My Head In The Clouds
It was a typical Monday, Modern Philosophers, which means I returned to The House on the Hill beaten and exhausted after a long day in the trenches. Rather than just wallow in my basement bunker as I wondered why people … Continue reading
Ravioli II: Long May She Reign
As promised, Modern Philosophers, I have returned with Part 2 of the story about Saturday’s wild adventures. Loyal readers know that I’m not the world’s biggest fan of driving, that I haven’t had good luck with cars, and that I … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged car shopping, cars, finances, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, money, RAV4, Sarcasm, satire
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Always Happy When It Rains
Have you ever noticed that the world sucks less when it’s raining, Modern Philosophers? Before you come at me, I understand that the world around me doesn’t change in any metaphysical way when the skies open and the clouds weep. … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged coping skills, Humor, life, mental health, Modern Philosopher, Philosophy, rain, Sarcasm, satire, stress, stress relief
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Is This Thing Still On???
Hello? Hello??? Is this thing still on? Can anyone hear me? How’s it going, Modern Philosophers? Have you missed me? Sorry to suddenly disappear from the blogosphere without warning, but life happened. There’s just been so much going on in … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged coronavirus, finding an escape, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, new normal, Racism, Sarcasm, satire, stay home, writing
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Just Look At The Clouds
Sometimes, I just like to look at the clouds, Modern Philosophers. I find them to be very compelling. They can be so beautiful, but also so menacing. When a storm is on the horizon, the clouds let you know. If … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged happiness, hope, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, Peace, Sarcasm, satire, tolerance, understanding
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Roger The Dodger
He entered the office with some trepidation. The couch was his obvious destination, but he approached it as if he were afraid it might spring up and take a punch at him. The Psychiatrist observed this from her chair without … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged awkward conversations, flash fiction, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, psychiatrist, Sarcasm, satire, short story
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Social Distancing From Anxiety
I know times are changing because of the Coronavirus outbreak, Modern Philosophers, but some things can still remain the same. Sunday mornings are for long runs. I’m well aware that we are supposed to be practicing social distancing, but my … Continue reading
Posted in Fitness, Humor
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, Fitness, health, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, running, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing
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Live Every Day Like It’s Friday
I recently heard someone say “Live every day like it’s your last”, Modern Philosophers, and I wondered what the hell was wrong with that person. The individual was on some news show, talking about the Coronavirus, and I think they … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged advice, coronavirus, Friday, Humor, life, life hacks, Modern Philosopher, Philosophy, Sarcasm, satire, whimsy
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