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Category: Humor & Satire

Laugh out loud with witty books, satirical takes, and comedic storytelling. From language puns to political satire, this category is perfect for those who love a good chuckle.

Binge-Watching TV


Posted on May 27, 2024 | Posted on Sean O'Cleary | Leave a Comment on Binge-Watching TV

Binge-Watching Addiction The phrase “I'll just stay up for one more episode” became my nightly mantra. It highlighted the irresistible pull of binge-watching and my blatant disregard for the consequences…[...]

Posted in Humor & Satire

Babysitting Exotic Pets: A Journey Beyond Cats and Dogs


Posted on May 20, 2024 | Posted on Sean O'Cleary | Leave a Comment on Babysitting Exotic Pets: A Journey Beyond Cats and Dogs

When I casually agreed with, "Sure, I can babysit your exotic pet," I didn't fully appreciate the whirlwind of adventures and challenges unique to animals beyond the usual dog or…[...]

Posted in Humor & Satire | Tagged bearded dragons

DIY Car Maintenance – The Reality of Changing Your Own Oil


Posted on May 13, 2024 | Posted on Sean O'Cleary | Leave a Comment on DIY Car Maintenance – The Reality of Changing Your Own Oil

DIY Car Maintenance The moment I declared, "I can totally change my own oil," I embarked on a DIY car maintenance journey—a mix of optimism, unforeseen challenges, and the often…[...]

Posted in Humor & Satire | Tagged DIY

“I Can Totally Be a Social Media Influencer” – A Tale of Hashtags and Humility


Posted on May 8, 2024 | Posted on Sean O'Cleary | Leave a Comment on “I Can Totally Be a Social Media Influencer” – A Tale of Hashtags and Humility

The Naivety of Becoming a Social Media Influencer The declaration "I can be a social media influencer" was made with the same naivety as someone saying they can fly by…[...]

Posted in Humor & Satire

“A Marathon? I Can Do That!”


Posted on May 6, 2024 | Posted on Sean O'Cleary | Leave a Comment on “A Marathon? I Can Do That!”

The Bold Declaration: "A Marathon? I Can Do That!" With the bravado of someone who had never experienced the grueling demands of a marathon, I declared, "A Marathon? I can…[...]

Posted in Humor & Satire

“Let’s Just Eat Healthy From Now On”


Posted on May 2, 2024 | Posted on Sean O'Cleary | Leave a Comment on “Let’s Just Eat Healthy From Now On”

The Conviction of Healthy Eating: "Let's Just Eat Healthy from Now On" The phrase "Let's just eat healthy from now on" was spoken with the conviction of someone who had…[...]

Posted in Humor & Satire

“I’ll Start My Own Band” – The Encore of Aspiring Rock Stars


Posted on April 30, 2024 | Posted on Sean O'Cleary | Leave a Comment on “I’ll Start My Own Band” – The Encore of Aspiring Rock Stars

Starting a Band Later in Life: The Joy of Making Music The declaration "I'll start my own band" was made with the kind of midlife defiance that often leads to…[...]

Posted in Humor & Satire

“Let’s Buy a Boat!” – The Dreamy Waters of Boat Ownership


Posted on April 25, 2024 | Posted on Sean O'Cleary | Leave a Comment on “Let’s Buy a Boat!” – The Dreamy Waters of Boat Ownership

The Starry-Eyed Exclamation: "Let's Buy a Boat!" The exclamation "Let's buy a boat!" burst from me one sunny afternoon, inspired by picturesque scenes of serene waters and leisurely sails. Envisioning…[...]

Posted in Humor & Satire

“Let’s Go Camping – It’s Just Like a Hotel, Right?”


Posted on April 23, 2024 | Posted on Sean O'Cleary | Leave a Comment on “Let’s Go Camping – It’s Just Like a Hotel, Right?”

Let's Go Camping – It's Just Like a Hotel, Right? "Let's go camping – it's like a hotel, right?" I quipped sarcastically, as I prepared for a weekend of outdoor…[...]

Posted in Humor & Satire

“I’ll Just Invest in Stocks I Like!”


Posted on April 18, 2024 | Posted on Sean O'Cleary | Leave a Comment on “I’ll Just Invest in Stocks I Like!”

The Rollercoaster Ride of Investing in Stocks "I'll just invest in stocks I like!" I declared with unearned confidence. As a novice investor, I had just discovered the stock market.…[...]

Posted in Humor & Satire

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March 21, 2024

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November 3, 2023

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