Two Cents Worth
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There must be millions of men out there quaking in fear.
I have said before, once you give anything a name it becomes more prominent, takes on a more serious tone and people pay attention. This includes physical and mental conditions and bad behaviour.
We didn’t know it was harassment until it was given that name. Abuse, harassment, assault and inappropriate weren’t terms we ever used. Years ago we said he was being a bit “handy,” acting stupid, was gross or creepy.
Before you start sending me nasty emails I am not saying this should not be reported today, I am saying, now that it has an official name, it is considered something we need to do something about.
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Just to lighten the load I am sharing a few emails I have received lately.
Really had my heart set on waking up rich today.
I think I am starting to lose my mind but as long as I keep the part that tells me when I gotta pee, I should be OK.
I thought the dryer shrank clothes. Turns out it is the refrigerator.
Everyone appreciates your honesty until you are honest with them.
I can’t believe how old people my age are.
I want to be a caterpillar - eat a lot, sleep for a while and wake up beautiful.
When you are dead you don’t know you are dead. It is difficult only for the others. It’s the same when you are stupid.
My super power is holding onto junk for years and throwing it away a week before I need it.
I think senility is going to be a fairly smooth transition for me.
I wonder if clouds look down and say, “Hey look that one is shaped like an idiot.”
I starting to think I will never be old enough to know better.
I have a condition that prevents me from going on a diet - I get hungry.
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Husband: Whenever I get mad at you, you never seem to get upset. How do you manage to control your temper?
Wife: I just go and clean the toilet.
Husband: How does that help?
Wife: I use your toothbrush.
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New member at the Forgetful Folks Support Club: My name is Ken and I’m forgetful.
Club members: Hi Larry. (Sorry, but that one cracked me up.)
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Have fun, laugh a lot, Christmas is coming and be thankful we haven’t had to shovel any snow yet.