Here are 10 interesting historical events that took place on September 14th: 81 AD: Domitian, the Roman Emperor, was assassinated, leading to the start of the Year of the Four Emperors. 1752: The British Empire adopted the Gregorian calendar, skipping 11 days to align with the rest of Europe. September 14th became September 2nd overnight.Continue reading “This Day in History: September 14th”
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Joke of the Day: Thursday’s thin throng of three thirsty thoughtless therapists …
I can’t get enough minimalism I was born to be a pessimist. My blood type is B Negative. I met my girlfriend at an arthritis support group…you know when two people just click? 6:30 is definitely the best time on a clock… Hands down. The doctor gave me 4 months to live, so I shotContinue reading “Joke of the Day: Thursday’s thin throng of three thirsty thoughtless therapists …”
The Sage raps in the hood
(Verse 1)In the heart of the hood, where the stories unfold,There’s a man with a presence, worth more than gold,White hair, white beard, in a robe so bright,He’s the wisest man around, shining in the night. With eyes that have witnessed a thousand sunsets,He’s seen it all, no need to place your bets,He’s walked throughContinue reading “The Sage raps in the hood”
Joke of the Day: Tuesday’s taught torniquet of tattered twine …
My friend was sent to prison last year for excessive burping. He’s finally been let out with a pardon. 2,000 mockingbirds = 2 kilomockingbirds Saw my ex-girlfriend at the bank today, not good news!! I was hoping she’d wash further downriver. I went for a job interview today. The interviewer said to me, “What wouldContinue reading “Joke of the Day: Tuesday’s taught torniquet of tattered twine …”
Joke of the Day: Monday’s make-up magnum of manky mascara ….
Whenever I eat eggs benedict it reminds me of the time I lived in the Netherlands… Those were my Holland days… My wife wants to apply for a job as a steamroller driver. I promised her I won’t stand in her way. I gave myself a prostate exam earlier. That’s the last time I buyContinue reading “Joke of the Day: Monday’s make-up magnum of manky mascara ….”
This Day in History: September 10th
Certainly! Here are 10 interesting historical events that took place on September 10th: 1813: During the War of 1812, the United States successfully defended Baltimore Harbor from a British naval bombardment. This event inspired Francis Scott Key to write “The Star-Spangled Banner,” which later became the U.S. national anthem. 1846: Elias Howe received a patentContinue reading “This Day in History: September 10th”
Joke of the Day: Friday’s feeble fountain of freudian fish food ….
Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered a pyramid covered in chocolate and hazelnuts. It’s believed to be the tomb of Pharaoh Rocher. Opened a mars bar once. Discovered martians love gin. I made some jerk chicken today. He didn’t even say thank you. What do you call a chicken in a shell suit? An egg. IContinue reading “Joke of the Day: Friday’s feeble fountain of freudian fish food ….”
This Day in History: September 8th
Here are 10 interesting historical events that took place on September 8th: 1504: Michelangelo’s statue of David was unveiled in Florence, Italy. This iconic masterpiece is considered one of the greatest works of Renaissance sculpture. 1565: A Spanish expedition under the leadership of Pedro Menéndez de Avilés established the first permanent European settlement in whatContinue reading “This Day in History: September 8th”
Advice of the Day: Jigsaw Puzzles
Why pay the earth for expensive jigsaws? Just take a bag of frozen chips from the freezer and try piecing together potatoes. The advice to use frozen chips (french fries) as a substitute for expensive jigsaw puzzles is likely meant as humor or a playful suggestion rather than practical advice. Attempting to piece together frozenContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Jigsaw Puzzles”
Advice of the Day: Nail Clippings
APPLY red nail varnish to your nails before clipping them. The red nails will be much easier to spot on your bathroom carpet. (Unless you have a red carpet, in which case a contrasting varnish should be selected) The advice to apply red nail varnish to your nails before clipping them and mentioning a contrastingContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Nail Clippings”
