Tag Archives: Funny

In a Jam

As I opened the refrigerator door, my wife’s words of warning reverberated in my ears, “No more sweets, or you’ll be in a right royal jam!” But her words soon faded away, and all I could see was a treasure … Continue reading

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Bang for the Buck

Photo by David Reed at Pixabay.com “Mom, can I please go back to my Video Game now?” “Just a few more minutes sweety, keep making those weird sounds and waving your arms.” “But our team needs me.” “So do they … Continue reading

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My Cup Runneth Over

Photo courtesy of Alexis Ortiz The crowd flocked outside the magnificent abbey was looking not towards, but away from the abbey. Their eyes stood wide-open, and they stood transfixed. And the reason for this phenomenon was a sight that was … Continue reading

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Loony Tunes- Or the Dangers of Processed Food

“You might be a loon,” I shouted at my daughter, “but could you please avoid acting loony for one day?” “But Mommy…” my daughter started off, but I stopped her mid-sentence. “How many times have I told you to keep … Continue reading

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A Gift Fit for Royalty

The raucous court of the Emperor went deathly quiet as I walked in. The Princess, sitting next to her father, squealed with delight and ran up to me. “I thought they’d gone extinct…” she cried out, looking at the cute … Continue reading

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Homecoming!

I’d returned home after a long time, but I knew in my heart that I would find her in the grove, picking up those lovely oranges. And I was right. There she stood, head wrapped in her red scarf. My … Continue reading

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Obsession

PHOTO PROMPT © Dale Rogerson I stared ceaselessly at the building from way down below Waiting for her visage to finally appear at the window The heavy snowfall and the dark, moonless night Together made me feel that my chances … Continue reading

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The Apex Predator

Photo prompt courtesy Dale Rogerson From his position in the Ferris Wheel, Peter could just see her golden hair. It was a good thing that his target was also wearing a red dress, locating her from that height would have … Continue reading

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When the Cat is Away

Before I start today’s story, a brief note of apology for having disappeared without notice. Thankfully, it was for the best reason possible, a wedding in my immediate family. I reached back late last night, filled with excitement, and billions … Continue reading

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Separation Day

It’s Valentine’s Day today, the day that broke our heart The day we lost each other, the day we were torn apart All our lives, we were joined together as one We lazed around, chilled, and had oodles of unadulterated … Continue reading

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