Tag Archives: Sick

After Dinner Mints: That God Awful Gurgle

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Austin

The day got off to such a promising start, Modern Philosophers. I was up bright and early to get in a run before work.  It was an overcast morning, which was excellent weather for leaving little pools of sweat along … Continue reading →

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In Sickness And In Snow

Posted on December 29, 2015 by Austin

Everyone loves a good David & Goliath story, Modern Philosophers. In this version, I’m David and Winter Storm Goliath will be tackling the role of Goliath. I went to bed early last night, and set my alarm an hour early … Continue reading →

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Welcome To The Hotel Krueger

Posted on September 22, 2015 by Austin

Welcome to the Hotel Krueger, Modern Philosophers. You can check in once you’ve fallen sleep.  Check out time?  In your dreams, of course. Don’t forget to tip the bellman.  It’s not our blogger buddy The Hook, but rather, the scary … Continue reading →

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I Advise You To Put It Off Until Tomorrow

Posted on January 11, 2015 by Austin

Dear Modern Philosopher, I am writing to you in the predawn hours because I am hoping that you will pick my letter for today’s advice column. And because I cannot sleep. I’m definitely coming down with something.  I can feel … Continue reading →

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Your Insurance Will Cover A Witch Doctor, But Not Witchcraft

Posted on December 27, 2014 by Austin

I’m a big baby when I’m sick, Modern Philosophers. I think that The Girl Who Went Off To Be A Doctor probably knew that she was meant to be in the medical field after having to take care of this … Continue reading →

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I Am Sick Without You…

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Austin

I am sick Without you Here To take care Of me. I languish All alone On the couch, Choking down Soup While I Watch TV. I miss The way You’d play With my hair, Rub my tummy, And lecture me … Continue reading →

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Too Sick To Write…Who’s Got A Cure?

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Austin

I’m too sick to write a post tonight, Modern Philosophers.  That guy in the photo on the left looks a thousand times better than how I feel. It started as just a tickle in my throat this morning, but all … Continue reading →

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I Advise You To Not Get The Flu

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Austin

Dear Modern Philosopher, I heard you were sick.  Feeling any better? Concerned in Connecticut   Dear Concerned, Thank you for your letter.  The rumors are true.  I am sick as a dog, which really has my cat upset, and has … Continue reading →

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The Perks Of Being A Robe Wearer

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Austin

I’m sick, Modern Philosophers.  I just looked at myself in the bathroom mirror, and the photo on the left really resembles my reflection. I made myself a big bowl of chicken soup, I’ve been hydrating, took a few ibuprofen, and … Continue reading →

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Blogger Held Hostage By Grumbly Internal Organs

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Austin

Police in Brewer this morning responded to a tense hostage situation at The House on the Hill, home of Maine’s beloved Modern Philosopher.  First hand reports indicate that the blogger has been held captive by his internal organs since approximately … Continue reading →

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