I’m working on a couple of pieces, hope to have another later this evening, but a while ago I took a break to check my email, and found that Ellen had sent me a couple of short videos to give me a laugh or two. Well, it actually DID give me a laugh … more than a couple, in fact, and I thought … “Y’know … I’ve been too serious lately … maybe my friends would like a laugh, too!” And so, I went in search of some ‘toons to go with the videos.
There are many adjectives that apply to Donald Trump, but the two I find myself using most frequently are “stupid” and “ignorant” — both are terms I would prefer not to have to use, especially in regards to the person whose decisions affect all of our lives! However, over the course of the past week, he has exceeded even his own level of stupidity when it comes to Hurricane Dorian, and hurricanes in general, and it seems the cartoonists and the late night talk show hosts all decided to have a bit of fun. If they can have fun with it, so can we, right? Yeah, I know, there are more relevant issues I should be addressing, but I just needed a laugh, and from the looks on your faces, so do you! I’ll get back to the serious stuff in a minute …
Take a look at Stephen Colbert … he’s always funny, but this one will have you laughing … I promise!
And not to be outdone, Seth Meyers touches on a number of topics and literally had me choking on my coffee …
Now that we’ve had our afternoon chuckle … back to work!
loved the videos, couldn’t stop laughing either – thanks for sharing!
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That’s great! I’m so glad … we all need to laugh more, yes?
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Trump does make me laugh somtimes, but for all the wrong reaons…
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Yes, there’s laughter that’s born of humour, and then there’s laughter that is a defense mechanism against rage and tears. Sigh.
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and laughter because of how ridiculous some of his comments are
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He’s gifted a gem for the 2020 campaign for any one running against him. (Whoever you are, be ruthless, go for the low-blow, the Nation depends on you,)
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Yep, this one should not soon be forgotten!!!
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Like Rees-Mogg, supreme purveyor of arrogance in Johnson’s cabal. There is a photo of his lounging on the ‘front benches’ in Parliament.
He was told by Green Party MP. Caroline Lucas ‘Sit up man!’.
This picture has done more for the Remain camp than a handful of eloquent speeches….
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I saw that photo earlier today in my travels across the news, with a caption that this was one he likely wouldn’t live down soon. Arrogance just seems to overpower common sense, doesn’t it?
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Certainly does.
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By the way … when you started your new blog, I followed it immediately. But, I never got any notifications, so about a week later, I checked and found I wasn’t following. I followed it again. Still no notifications, and it asked if I wanted to follow. So, I clicked the “follow” button. Then a couple of days ago, still no notifications, so once again I visited, but again it asked me if I wanted to follow, and I once again clicked the button. Sigh. I shall keep following whether WordPress likes it or not … grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr. But, just wanted to let you know that I’m not ignoring you on purpose! 🤷
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Thanks for letting my know Jill….
I have a new polite phrase to use in front of children or persons of a delicate sensibility…..
‘This is a complete WP’ 🤨
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🙃 And just now, I popped in to your site, and once again I hit the “Follow” button! Sheesh!
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🤦♂️
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Ok Jill. Sorry as the truth is and sad as this government has become, I laughed my a..off over these two video clips. I rarely have the chance to watch these shows anymore but I love the hosts. So much truth and yet, his rabid supporters would be just like Pence. Spew out nonsensical platitudes and Bible verse to try to sidestep a logical question. The laughter was good for me though. Holy moly. 🙄
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I am SO glad you laughed! That was my intention … if we don’t laugh at least once a day, we will all develop ulcers. If we don’t laugh, we will cry. Laughing is so much more fun!
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How did we vote this man into office????? I am still in disbelief… and now there is a chance he will again!
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WE didn’t … remember that he lost the popular vote by nearly 3 million votes! We the People voted for Hillary Clinton, but due to gerrymandered districts in many states, especially in the Midwest, he was able to secure the electoral college. Now, the real irony is that the electoral college was established to prevent an unsuitable candidate getting into office … in other words, it was created to prevent the very situation that it enabled! Sigh. We’ve got our work cut out for us over the next 14 months to prevent a repeat.
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Yes! I stand corrected.
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Nah … I wasn’t correcting you, for I am still amazed that he got as many votes as he did … I ask myself daily where people’s heads are. Sigh.
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And those that support him love him even more. Sigh sigh
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Yep … his approval rating holds steady at around 40%. Long, drawn-out sigh.
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Take heart Jodi you didn’t. He is a minority qurik of the voting system. Somethign he hates to be reminded of.
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To borrow a Benjaminism…It’s My Jodi! Seeing your beautiful face here brings a smile to mine! I share your sentiments about the current occupant of the Oval Office, but take no blame as I can proudly claim that I did not vote for him! Talk with you soon on The Creative Life In Between! Thank-you!!
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I literally changed parties not to support him!!!
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I’ll borrow from Benjamin again, TWO THUMBS UP and A GOLD STAR…make that a zillion gold stars! Thank-YOU!!
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Um … Ellen? You forgot the neckbuster hug!
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I’m going to have to watch these videos again, I’m in need of some fun. My late afternoon bike ride did not end well at all. Having recently had new tires, a new seat and general maintenance performed (at no small cost I might add) and I’m riding for the first time since the work…as I’m flying down the road, a huge dog came barking and lunging at me from a yard. It jumped up against the front wheel and I kissed the ground under the bike. My dignity is barely intact, I’m scrapped/bruised and the bike’s front wheel is bent!! Pushing it back home, up the hill, was not fun. I think that I must rethink biking as a pastime! Be that as it may, the cartoon’s are making me smile. Love the one with the rolls of paper towels! Thank-you!
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Oh no Ellen!!! Take care of you!!!
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OH NO!!!! How awful! I’m so thankful you aren’t more seriously injured … you could have broken a hip or collarbone! I’d hate to see you have to give up your biking, for it’s good for you! Maybe a different route is in order, though! Take care, my friend … you will be sore tomorrow! Hugs ‘n love! ❤
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To Jodi and Jill : I wear a number of scrapes and many more bruises are visible this morning. I woke a bit stiff and sore, but intact. It appears that my bones are in good shape for the age that they are. Whew, that tumble could have been my downfall (get it?)! Thankfully, I was wearing my helmet and avoided scrambling my brain. My bike suffered more serious injuries than I did. I failed to mention yesterday that apparently the dog had not meant me bodily harm, as he was on top of the bike that was on top of me…licking my face! Yucky, but better than a bite. Mayhaps I should carry a bag of dog treats to toss when needed or try another route when my bike is repaired. Thank-you both!!
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P.S. Jill, I just noticed the cartoon about laugh at yourself at least once a day…DONE!! Thank-you!
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Awww … poor Ellen! Still, I’m thankful it wasn’t worse … indeed, as you say, it could have well been your downfall 🙂 I’m sad about the bike … is it reparable? Heal fast, my friend!
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Gail tells me I giggled twice, once in each show. I don’t remember giggling for Colbert, and I was wanting to laugh so bad I finally let out a giggle for taking 3 hours to rewire Pence. As useless as Trump is, I find nothing funny about Donnie Junk Truck. Most people laugh so hard they cry. Me, I cry so hard I cannot laugh. He is a Drunken Johnny Talker!
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Giggled, eh? It makes my heart happy to hear that! I actually laughed aloud and thought … “What the heck is that noise???” I don’t do that too often these days.
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Do it more, even if it isn’t real. Fake it till you make it. It really works…
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I do a lot of faking it … both smiles and laughs … I think my smiles look more like grimaces.
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LoL Thank you Jill! Best wishes, Michael
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Hi Michael!!! Glad you had a bit of a laugh! Cheers!
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I missed Seth last night, ’cause I fell asleep on the couch (it’s been a long couple of weeks). Thanks for brightening up my work day!
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Yes, coming back from a month’s vacation is not easy! Glad I could brighten your day!
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Hello Jill. You deserve a laughter break as we all need then from time to time. Grand work keeping us informed on all things, even the funny ones. Hugs
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Ain’t it the truth! If I don’t laugh every so often, I find my face has a permanent scowl, and the lines are becoming more deeply etched. Glad you enjoyed it, my friend! Hugs!!!
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