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Jim L. Wilson • Illustration • • 4 views
Patti Bacchus spends a lot of time combing the beaches in front of her Mayne Island home in British Columbia. Usually, she finds a lot of trash, but occasionally she makes unique finds. One morning, she found a Frisbee, a $20 bill, and an iPhone 7 in a waterproof case. Bacchus said she charged the phone…
Jim L. Wilson • Illustration • • 5 views
The police department in Minersville, Pennsylvania recently received a letter containing a $5 bill and note explaining that the sender wanted to clear their conscience. Police Chief Michael Combs said the note read, “Dear PD, I’ve been carrying this ticket around for 40 plus years. Always intending to…
Jim L. Wilson • Illustration • • 15 views
At the end of 2014, 59.5 million refugees have been driven from their homes by war, conflict, and persecution according to the United Nations. 15 regional conflicts have either started or reignited in the years 2009-2014. The increase in refugees between 2013 and 2014 is the sharpest ever one-year increase.…
Jim L. Wilson • Illustration • • 5 views
After a madman killed at least 58 people and injured more than 500 others , country music stars urged their fans to pray for the victims and their families. Artists Jason Aldean, Jake Owen, Lee Brice, Dylan Scott, and Luke Combs were among those who performed at the concert and urged people to pray.…
Jim L. Wilson • Illustration • • 6 views
Fifty years ago Paula Pierce of Hampton Beach, N. H. stood with her father on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. Her dad put a message in a Coke bottle and tossed it into the surf. The note said, “Return to 419 Ocean Boulevard and receive a $150 reward.” One half century later, Clint Buffington, beach…
Rusty Russell • Illustration • • 25 views
I read of one man who read a book entitled, Man of the House, while he was riding the train to and from work. On the evening he finished the book, this newly “enlightened” husband stormed into his home and confronted his wife. Pointing his finger in her face, he said, "From now on, I want you to know…
Rusty Russell • Illustration • • 32 views
I read of one man who read a book entitled, Man of the House, while he was riding the train to and from work. On the evening he finished the book, this newly “enlightened” husband stormed into his home and confronted his wife. Pointing his finger in her face, he said, "From now on, I want you to know…
Dan Hughes • Illustration • • 11 views
By Paul Eisenberg If your travels ever take you to the United Kingdom, you may want to avoid sticking your index and middle fingers in the air with your palm facing toward you. “It’s the equivalent of giving someone the finger,” explains Heather Dickson, assistant publisher at Lonely Planet as well as…
Gregg A Sneller • Illustration • • 17 views
Relax. Just play it cool. Don’t panic and try to be yourself. People are perceived as more attractive when they are having a good time. Smile Remember a smiling face is what people want to see. So don’t go on a date with a serious face. A serious face gives all the wrong impressions, so keep smiling.…
Norris Landry • Illustration • • 6 views
MOTHERS \\ Real Mothers don't eat quiche; they don't have time to make it. Real Mothers know that their kitchen utensils are probably in the sandbox. Real Mothers often have sticky floors, filthy ovens and happy kids. Real Mothers know that dried play dough doesn't come out of carpets. Real Mothers don't…
Jim L. Wilson • Illustration • • 4 views
My Favorite Christmas On the night before Christmas, I always regress to simpler times. The lights dancing off the Christmas tree ornaments hypnotize and lull me back into the innocence of childhood. Cynicism gives way to hope. Disappointment to dreams. Busyness to calm. Christmas makes me vulnerable.…
Jerrie W. Barber • Illustration • • 2 views
A father and his small son went out late one evening to look at the wheat field. The little boy wandered off. After some lapse, the father realized what had happened and started looking for his son. Frantically he called for him, but to no avail. He then returned to the little town and solicited the…
Robby Roberson • Illustration • • 5 views
The husband had just finished reading a new book entitled, “YOU CAN BE THE MAN OF YOUR HOUSE.” He stormed to his wife in the kitchen and announced, “From now on, you need to know that I am the man of this house and my word is Law. You will prepare me a gourmet meal tonight, and when I am finished eating…
Jim L. Wilson • Illustration • • 17 views
DISTRACTIONS When drivers are distracted behind the wheel. Most people think the culprit must be a cell phone New research says while cell phone are a concern, more drivers are distracted by things like playing with the radio, eating, or combing their hair behind the wheel. The study is the first to…
Jerrie W. Barber • Illustration • • 2 views
There is a myth, nurtured by politicians and reinforced by civics textbooks, that legislatures are orderly, dignified places where reason and civilized debate hold sway. ‘Tain’t so. As every capitol observer knows, things can get pretty flaky down at the statehouse. Take Michigan. Proof of fallen rhetoric…
Jerrie W. Barber • Illustration • • 3 views
Two small sons and their father were watching a popular program on television, when the commercial came on the. screen. This commercial showed two brothers in a highspeed motorboat. One of the boys was driving and had apparently not used this particular hair dressing. His hair was all tangled and unruly.…
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As the Coast Guard ended its search for three missing football players whose boat tipped over in high Florida seas, the lone survivor said two of those lost gave up after hours in the frigid water and the third tried to swim to safety. South Florida player Nick Schuyler told investigators that all four…
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The Coast Guard called off its search for three missing football players at sunset Tuesday. The news came after crews combed choppy waters off the Florida Gulf Coast for a third full day since NFL players Marquis Cooper and Corey Smith and friend William Bleakley disappeared. Their fishing boat capsized…
Jerrie W. Barber • Illustration • • 2 views
He has less hair to comb, but more face to wash. The World’s Greatest Collection of Clean Jokes, Bob Phillips, page 18
Timothy C. Seal • Illustration • • 3 views
SELF-ESTEEM A mild-mannered man was tired of being bossed around by his wife; so he went to a psychiatrist. The psychiatrist said he needed to build his self esteem and so gave him a book on assertiveness, which he read on the way home. He finished the book by the time he reached his house and decided…
Timothy C. Seal • Illustration • • 16 views
SELF-ESTEEM A mild-mannered man was tired of being bossed around by his wife; so he went to a psychiatrist. The psychiatrist said he needed to build his self esteem and so gave him a book on assertiveness, which he read on the way home. He finished the book by the time he reached his house and decided…
Timothy C. Seal • Illustration • • 1 view
SELF-ESTEEM A mild-mannered man was tired of being bossed around by his wife; so he went to a psychiatrist. The psychiatrist said he needed to build his self esteem and so gave him a book on assertiveness, which he read on the way home. He finished the book by the time he reached his house and decided…
Timothy C. Seal • Illustration • • 906 views
SELF-ESTEEM A mild-mannered man was tired of being bossed around by his wife; so he went to a psychiatrist. The psychiatrist said he needed to build his self esteem and so gave him a book on assertiveness, which he read on the way home. He finished the book by the time he reached his house and decided…
Timothy C. Seal • Illustration • • 18 views
SELF-ESTEEM A mild-mannered man was tired of being bossed around by his wife; so he went to a psychiatrist. The psychiatrist said he needed to build his self esteem and so gave him a book on assertiveness, which he read on the way home. He finished the book by the time he reached his house and decided…
Chad Fugitt • Illustration • • 9 views
THE NEXT SURVIVOR SERIES - Mom / Motherhood Six married men will be dropped on an island with one car and 3 kids each for six weeks. Each kid will play two sports and either take music or dance classes. There is no fast food. Each man must take care of his 3 kids; keep his assigned house clean, correct…