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Tag Archives: Religion
The Early Bird Gets The Home Renovation
Holly stifled a yawn before taking an extra large gulp of her coffee. It was a beautiful Autumn morning in Maine, but maybe a little too early for Holly’s liking. As always, the best friends were seated on their favorite … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged best friends, flash fiction, home improvements, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Religion, Sarcasm, satire, short story, social distancing, The Silence of the Lambs
21 Comments
Why Not Make It A Great Friday?
Happy Good Friday, Modern Philosophers! Growing up Catholic, this was a day that always confused me. Even back then, dressed in my Catholic school boy uniform, I was still metaphorically wearing the toga of the Modern Philosopher. The thing was, … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged Easter, Good Friday, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Nuns, Religion, Sarcasm, satire, The Nite Show
12 Comments
Here Comes Satan Cottontail
“Happy Easter!” The Devil declared excitedly as he entered the living room carrying the largest Easter basket I had ever seen. After he’d placed the behemoth gift on the table, I was finally able to catch a glimpse of my … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Humor
Tagged April Fool's Day, Easter, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Religion, sarcasm, satire, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil
6 Comments
April (Snow) Showers
“Do you realize that the next time we see each other, it will be April?” The Devil asked excitedly as he put down his newspaper. As always, my Sunday guest was well-dressed in an impeccably tailored suit. This week, he’d … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged Easter, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Religion, sarcasm, satire, short story, Spring, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil, the winter that wouldn't end
5 Comments
Flirting With (A Mormon) Disaster
I don’t think it’s fair that my desire to find a date might send me to Hell, Modern Philosophers. However, I know that once I publish this post, The Nuns will storm The House on the Hill in anger, Pope … Continue reading
Posted in Dating, Humor
Tagged dating, Humor, meeting someone new, missionaries, Modern Philosopher, Mormons, Relationships, Religion, sarcasm, satire
25 Comments
Still Shaken
I’m still badly shaken by Miss Luna’s passing, Modern Philosophers. I cried all day on Monday, shed more tears yesterday, and have found myself on the verge of breaking down several times today. How could one tiny kitty knock such … Continue reading
Posted in Love, Philosophy
Tagged cats, dealing with loss, grief, is there a god, lack of faith, meaning of life, Modern Philosopher, Philosophy, Religion, why do pets die, why isn't life fair
31 Comments
Pope Bathes In Holy Water For Days After Trump’s Visit
Pope Francis was so effected by President Trump’s recent visit to the Vatican that the Pontiff bathed in holy water for several days after the Orange Menace departed. “The Holy Father wanted to ensure that he did not become possessed … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Politics
Tagged Donald Trump, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Politics, Pope Francis, Religion, sarcasm, satire, The Exorcist, Trump visits Vatican, world leaders
15 Comments
Lucifer the Magnificent
I thought I had seen it all. Then I walked into the living room of The House on the Hill on Easter Sunday to find the Devil preparing the put on a magic show. Instead of his usual impeccably tailored … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Humor, Writing
Tagged Easter, Humor, Jesus' Resurrection, magicians, Modern Philosopher, Napoleon, Religion, sarcasm, satire, short story, The Devil
2 Comments
Is That Jesus In The Easter Bunny Costume?
Like most Americans, Modern Philosophers, I don’t listen to much British talk radio. Not only is the distance a problem, but I also prefer not to be bored to death when I crank up the old wireless. Every once in … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Humor
Tagged British talk radio, Easter, Easter Bunny, Humor, is the Easter Bunny real, Jesus, Modern Philosopher, Religion, Santa Claus, sarcasm, satire
8 Comments
What Would Jesus Think of Easter?
Happy Good Friday, Modern Philosophers! Back in the day, this meant a day off from Catholic school. In the adult world, however, it was just another $%!##& day at work. Oh well. Just because there’s a “Good” in the name, … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged commercialization of Easter, Easter, Friday Night Think Tank, Humor, Jesus, Modern Philosopher, Philosophy, Religion, sarcasm, satire
13 Comments