Talking about “the birds and the bees” with your kids is the parenting equivalent of assembling IKEA furniture without instructions: frustrating, bewildering, and destined to leave someone in tears. Whether it’s deciding the what, when, or accepting that you’re in way over your head, parents often end up turning a teachable moment into a full-blown train wreck. Inevitably, the result is a muddled conversation that leaves kids with more questions than answers and parents contemplating their life’s choices. But why struggle through this yourself when you can outsource it to ChatGPT? In revisiting my 2017 article, Monkey in a Pink Canoe, I’ve tapped ChatGPT to help lighten the load, by…
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The Great Writing Revival How AI Makes Writing Fun Again
Back in 2018, I penned a blog article titled, “Is There a Book in You?”— a piece brimming with insights about the craft of writing and publishing your first book. While much of it remains as solid as the day it was originally written, over time even the most resilient evergreen articles can start to feel a little… wilted. And let’s face it. Writing and publishing are no cakewalk. The industry has changed dramatically since 2018. Fortunately, the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT offer exciting new ways to “spiff up” your past work. In this article I’ve given my original article a 21st-century makeover using custom ChatGPT prompts. These…
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Burps, Boogers, and Broken Rules
Ah, fourth grade—the magical crossroads where innocence meets the first whispers of pre-teen drama. It’s the age when life feels like the best thing ever because it’s pizza day at school, but also the absolute worst because ugh, long division. This is the golden era of wild imaginations, hilarious missteps, and a never-ending stream of questions that leave adults blinking, scratching their heads, and seriously wondering if Google has a “parenting FAQ” section. Being a ten-year-old boy or girl means living in a constant state of curiosity overload. Questions pour out of their mouths faster than they can tie their shoes: “Why is the sky blue? Why do dogs have…
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From Hunchbacks to Hilarity The Art of Standing Out in Stand-Up Comedy
Stand-up comedy might look like an endless parade of laughs, but breaking into the business is anything but a walk in the park. In a cutthroat industry packed with punchline virtuosos vying for the same spotlight, the stakes are sky-high, the audiences are unforgiving, and the need to stand out is as pressing as the last call at a comedy club. While razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing remain the bread and butter of the trade, today’s aspiring comedians are finding that humor alone won’t take them the full distance. To make a lasting impression, they need something else: a brand that’s as unforgettable as their best joke. Consider the comedy…
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The Ultimate Guide to the Worst Gift Ideas Or the Best, Depending on Your Sense of Humor
Ah, gift-giving! That delightful ritual of sharing love, affection, and wildly inappropriate items wrapped with care. We’ve all been there—teetering on the edge of decency, torn between buying a heartfelt gift and the irresistible urge to cause a little chaos. Well, dear readers, you’re about to dive headfirst into a catalogue of some of the most misguided gift ideas ever conceived by humanity. Forget about your typical socks and candles—this list is a treasure trove for the audacious, the cheeky, and the slightly unhinged. In this rollercoaster of tasteless treasures, you’ll find everything you need to absolutely guarantee an unforgettable holiday, birthday, or even a “just because” surprise. Each item…
