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Who Was That Unmasked Man?
Holly looked over at Aaron, and raised an eyebrow at the sight of the big, goofy grin on his face. “What’s that for?” she asked suspiciously. It was Sunday, the sun was shining, and it finally felt like Spring. The … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged best friends, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, pandemic, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, short story
7 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
Diary of an Unused COVID Face Mask
Dear Diary, I don’t understand people. Why am I sitting here in this box when I should be out there on someone’s face? They realize there is a pandemic going on, right? Not only am I simple to use, but … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged coronavirus, COVID, Humor, masks, Modern Philosopher, pandemic, Politics, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing, wear a mask
12 Comments
Restocking My Panic Pantry
Doesn’t the title of this blog post sound like an excellent metaphor for the life of a guy with a plethora of fears and phobias, Modern Philosophers? Can you imagine me figuratively restocking my metaphoric panic pantry ever time something … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged always be prepared, coronavirus, food, Humor, Modern Philosopher, pandemic, panic room, Sarcasm, satire
13 Comments
Play Nice, Stay Safe, Don’t Suck
There is no disputing that we live in challenging, stressful, unsettling times, Modern Philosophers. The Coronavirus has disrupted our lives, made us fear going outside and being around others, and left us with a very uncertain future. Such a seismic … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, Humor, Modern Philosopher, new normal, pandemic, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing, stay at home
8 Comments
Will We Become A Feral Society?
Sometimes I say something as a joke, Modern Philosophers, but after I give it some thought, I realize that there’s a serious idea protruding from the humor. The other day, I was texting a friend, and I said something like … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, Humor, isolation, Modern Philosopher, pandemic, reopening the country, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing, stay at home
15 Comments
A Day Of Rest From Anxiety
Sunday is supposed to be a day of rest, Modern Philosophers, but I’m not sure from what I’m supposed to be resting if I’m currently out of work and supposed to be staying home all day. And then I had … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged anxiety, coping, coronavirus, Covid 19, Humor, mental health, Modern Philosopher, pandemic, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing
10 Comments
Sunshine Does Not Negate Social Distancing!
I’m a bit pissed off at my fellow man right now, Modern Philosophers. Don’t worry. I’m probably not angry at any of you. Unless, of course, you were out on the river walk this morning during my run. As I’ve … Continue reading
Posted in Fitness, Humor
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, Fitness, health, Humor, Modern Philosopher, pandemic, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing
20 Comments
Social Distancing Is My Jam
This Coronavirus/Covid 19 Pandemic makes for anxious times, Modern Philosophers, but if you are an introvert, you should already be well prepared. Introverts have been training their whole lives for something like this. We never quite knew why, but we … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, health, Humor, introverts, Modern Philosopher, pandemic, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing
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Another Benefit Of Being An Introvert
People often try to convince me that being an introvert is a bad thing, Modern Philosophers. Truth be told, I never listen to them. I just lock myself inside the secure basement bunker of The House on the Hill, where … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged coronavirus, health, Humor, introverts, life, Modern Philosopher, pandemic, quarantine, Sarcasm, satire
13 Comments