I first dipped my toes into the unseemly world of online dating back in 2011, with my true story, “Expelled from Match.com.” I was blown away by how many prospective “matches” inflated their dating profiles to land a first date. In the introduction, I wrote, Last year I enrolled at Match.com using the pen name of “MrMarvelous” just to see if there was anyone out there as desperate as I was to meet their perfect mate. After blowing off an entire day’s work perusing the women within 100 miles of my zip code, seven major metropolises, and all of the neighborhoods I’ve ever lived in, it became readily apparent that…
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Unlock Your Creativity AI Tools for Stunning Visuals
I’ve been a rabid fan of AI and ChatGPT since it hit the masses. As someone who’s also crafted award-winning humor for over 20 years, I’m always on the lookout for a “magic bullet” that will help inspire my next piece. What many people don’t know is behind every great humor yarn lies tons of research, a healthy helping of incongruity, and a bit of visual flair to drive home the message. ChatGPT is perfect for all of them. With the release of ChatGPT 4.0, DALL-E has become an essential tool in my creative process, alongside other multimedia tools like Hedra, Faceswapper, CGDream, OpenArt and even SUNO for music. Whether…
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Swanson’s Swan Song Getting Even with the Culinary Crimes of the 1950s
Back in the 1950s, when product reviews were limited to the disgruntled rantings of family gatherings, there was no way to share your feedback with other consumers about popular convenience foods. There was no social media, and certainly no Martha Stewart to save you from risking your money and your health on culinary disasters that roamed the depths of your supermarket. In other words, you were on your own when deciding what to buy for your family. Fast forward to today, with the power of the Internet at my fingertips, I decided to finally get even for all my pain and suffering by penning a series of helpful, constructive reviews…
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Four Scores and Countless Metaphors Abraham Lincoln’s New Gettysburg Address
Abraham Lincoln wrote and delivered the Gettysburg Address on November 19, 1863, at the dedication of the Soldiers’ National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania during the American Civil War. The speech was intended to honor the soldiers who had died in the Battle of Gettysburg and to reaffirm the principles of liberty and equality that the United States was founded upon. Lincoln is known to have drafted the speech himself. And therein lay the problems. Lincoln’s Original Gettysburg Address “Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal. Now we…
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Paws and Reflect Dewie's Honest Critique of My Cat-Parenting Skills
Are you thinking about bringing a new feline friend into your home? Mornings with gentle purrs and evenings with the soothing presence of a curled-up companion? The joys and responsibilities of owning a cat can be an unforgettable blend of charm and companionship. But cats can also be demanding. They need constant attention, proper nutrition, and a stimulating home environment. Over time, new cat owners need to learn how to interpret their silent language – a flick of the tail, a slow blink of contentment, or insistent meowing at dinnertime. Even their litter box can be a big part of cat ownership. Together, the routine of feeding, grooming, and playing…