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Tag Archives: Religion
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
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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
Pope Okays Chocolate Eucharist For Easter Mass
Pope Francis gave Catholics an early Easter present today, Modern Philosophers, when he announced that he has approved the use of chocolate Eucharists by churches at Easter Sunday Mass. The move, which drove old school Catholics to their rosaries to … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Humor
Tagged Easter, Easter Bunny, Easter Candy, Easter Sunday Mass, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Pope Francis, Religion, sarcasm, satire, what we celebrate on Easter
7 Comments
Would Jesus Survive A Walking Dead Easter?
Happy Easter, Modern Philosophers! I wanted to do something special for you to let you know how much I’ve appreciated your support of my writing. I was going to sneak into the house of every Modern Philosopher tonight and leave … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Humor, Philosophy
Tagged Easter, Humor, Jesus, Modern Philosopher, Religion, Resurrection, sarcasm, satire, The Good Men Project, The Walking Dead, Zombies
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