Ah, naming your children after weapons—because why settle for Jacob or Emily when you can opt for weapons of mass destruction? It’s a phenomenal trend, really, ensuring that your child carries with them an unforgettable legacy of intimidation wherever they go. Let’s walk through a few real-life scenarios to truly appreciate the genius of this life-altering decision. Picture this: little Colt is all grown up now and sitting across from a hiring manager. “So, Colt,” the manager says, “tell us why you’d be a good fit as Recreation Director here at Serenity Pines Senior Center.” Colt clears his throat. “Well, I’m quick on the draw, always hit my targets, and…
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Laughter, Lessons, and a Few Left Turns A Brief Tour Through My Early Years
Once in a while, a grown-up will ask me, “Tell me a little about yourself.” The first thing I think is, Oh boy, here we go! When I start talking, it’s like a rocket blasting off—there’s no stopping it. But I’ll try to make this short. A Brief Tour Through My Early Years I grew up in the 1950s, and it was kinda like black-and-white TV: simple, but still cool. I was just a kid, climbing trees and making mud pies, but also totally unique, like a taco with extra cheese. Back then, I didn’t have the foggiest clue what I wanted to do with my life. Like, zero. Zilch.…
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When Words Are Cheap And the Writers Are Even Cheaper
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24 Ways to Stop Working When Falling from Grace Becomes the Ultimate Side Hustle
You’ve seen the ads. A guy standing next to an expensive sports car parked in front of a mansion that probably isn’t his, shouting about “Discover Passive Income Streams” and “The Secrets Billionaires Don’t Want You to Know.” Ridiculous, right? But here’s the thing. Those internet charlatans are nothing compared to the heavyweights of infamy, the fallen titans who’ve mastered the art of turning disgrace into a profitable side gig. Think Bernie Madoff hawking his “official” financial memorabilia or Harvey Weinstein launching a prison inmate fashion line: orange jumpsuits with sequins, diamond-encrusted handcuffs, and “#MeToo” embroidered slippers. It’s as if they’ve taken notes from every outlandish get-rich-quick campaign and decided…
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¡Hola, Bonjour, 你好! Diacritical and Accent Marks Mean International Appeal
In 2025, I’m making it my mission to become a better writer. My first goal? To reach a broader, more diverse audience—people who appreciate sharp humor, thoughtful insights, and a touch of global perspective. To create writing that connects with readers from all walks of life in France, Spain, Portugal, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Netherlands, Turkey, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, New Zealand, Japan, Romania, Moldova, Poland, Lithuania, United Kingdom, United States, Ireland, Malta, Norway, Denmark, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Slovenia, Serbia, Vietnam, China, India, Greece, as well as the United States. My first step was to pen an international review of Stephen King’s On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft. Part…
