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Tag Archives: stay at home
One Hairy Leap For Normalcy
I’m going to let you in on a little secret, Modern Philosophers. For the past year, I’ve been operating a little side business. I haven’t said anything about it because I don’t necessarily have all the proper licenses, and I … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged coronavirus, haircut, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, return to normal, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing, stay at home
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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
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Unicorn Rainbow Ice Cream Party
Today’s post was going to be a brutally honest rant about how I’ve lost faith in the federal government and my fellow man because of their response to the Coronavirus pandemic, Modern Philosophers. Luckily, I realized that the world was … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged be positive, coronavirus, Covid 19, Humor, Modern Philosopher, rainbows, Sarcasm, satire, stay at home, surviving quarantine, unicorns
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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
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Quarantine Induced Shopping Disorder
I don’t need Web MD to add a new diagnosis to my ever growing list of quirks and issues, Modern Philosophers. After events of earlier this week, I can state with certainty that I have contracted a case of Quarantine … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, essential items, grocery shopping, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing, stay at home, stay safe
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Inner Truths Revealed During Quarantine
I don’t know about you, Modern Philosophers, but I’ve learned a lot about myself while being secluded at The House on the Hill over the past month. Apparently, the governor’s stay at home order was also one for personal reflection. … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, Humor, inner truth, Modern Philosopher, personal reflection, Sarcasm, satire, self improvement, social distancing, stay at home
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Writing In My Sleep
I thought I would use of all this stay at home time to develop a very particular set of skills, Modern Philosophers. No, I do not intend to learn how to track down terrorists who kidnap my daughter, but I … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, screenwriting, social distancing, stay at home, writing, writing tips
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Has Anyone Seen My Formal Sweatpants?
I know someone, Modern Philosophers, who once explained to me that he always wears a suit to work because he dresses for the job he wants. Apparently, I really want to be a writer (or maybe an eccentric recluse), because … Continue reading
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Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, fashion, Humor, lock down fashionista, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing, stay at home, writing
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Dirty Money
Trent and Monica cuddled on the couch as they watched TV. There wasn’t anything exciting on, but at least it was something to do when there wasn’t much anyone could do. At least they had each other. A knock on … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged Bank Robbers, coronavirus, Covid 19, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, short story, social distancing, stay at home
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Two Weeks Since I Ventured Out Into Civilization
It’s been two weeks since my harrowing adventure to the grocery store, Modern Philosophers, and I just thought I’d check on how civilization has been doing since I last went out for a visit. Sure, I’ve been out for runs … Continue reading
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Tagged coronavirus, Covid 19, Gilmore Girls, Humor, isolation, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, social distancing, stay at home, The Office
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