Chuckles

A tip of the hat to a dear friend, Lady Wordsmith In a recent post on her blog she so succinctly reminded me of the value and blessing of humor in lightening a down or difficult day, week, or whatever. (Wonder if “The View” is any different on La Isla Stupida?).


How a simple comic or cartoon can really lift us out of the doldrums and gray valley days is amazing. I applaud the artist/writers of these strips for having such insight into human nature and life in general…and in their ability to make us laugh at ourselves and the downturns of life on this planet, our temporary home. God has blessed them with a talent that, in turn, blesses us all if we just take the time to stop and taste this serving of simple humor.


Three of my favs are “Get Fuzzy”,
“B.C.”, and “Pearls Before Swine”. So, are you having a bad day bunky? Take a peek, peruse, enjoy, and prepare to be delightfully amused and entertained.

A Day at the Races

“Laura Meakin wears an ornate hat on the third day of the Royal Ascot horse racing meeting, traditionally known as Ladies Day in Ascot, England, Thursday, June, 19, 2008. The annual Royal Ascot horse race meeting spread over five days is one of the highlights of the English social season. The Royal Enclosure the most sought after part of the course has strict dress codes for men and women, with morning suits top hats for men, and conservative dresses and hats to be worn by women-though interpretation by top designers leads to some interesting and colourful creations. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)”

I say Guv’nr. Shall we off to Ascot? My, my, must maintain the standards of our class. What would Her Majesty be wearing today, I wonder? It would be so de rigueur to outshine the Royals.




Ah, but that other Day at the Races was really the best, a classic and a gem.

Creatures Great and Small

“If you don't already think animals are far more spiritually advanced than we humans, think again.

Amazing images of a wild polar bear coming upon tethered sled dogs in the wilds of Canada's Hudson Bay. The photographer was sure that he was going to see the end of his dogs when the polar bear wandered in…incidentally, the polar bear returned every night that week to play with the dogs.”

Definitely worth *more* than a thousand words!







( credits to Stuart Brown and photos by Norbert Rosing)