Category Archives: Satire

The Woman In My Life

Posted on November 26, 2020 by oldmainer

Alexa, this is Bob. What time is it? It is six twenty seven A.M., and I know who you are Bob. Alexa, my clock says it is only six twenty four. Then your clock is wrong Bob Alexa, it is … Continue reading →

Posted in Artificial Intel, Fiction, Home, Humor, Life, Relationships, Satire, Technology | Tagged , , , | 4 Comments

Saw This On My Way Home

Posted on October 24, 2020 by oldmainer

Best Political Yard Sign Ever

Posted in Country, Humor, Politics, Satire | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

A Little More Virus Levity

Posted on July 31, 2020 by oldmainer

So, let me get this straight.  There is no cure for a virus that can be KILLED by sanitizer and hand soap. I see a big baby boom coming in 9 months. They will be called the C-19 Babies and … Continue reading →

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Killin Time

Posted on July 28, 2020 by oldmainer

I have always loved music.  I can’t sing and I can’t play an instrument, so it was always a spectator sport for me.  But I loved what I heard, whether I could create it or not.  I’m talking any kind … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Life, Loss, Memories, Music, Narrative, Reflection, Rhyme, Sad, Satire, Tribute | Tagged , , , | 7 Comments

Amerigo Vespucci Day

Posted on October 14, 2019 by oldmainer

Yesterday morning I had to take one of my dogs for dental surgery at the vets.  I had to have him there by 7:30 so I decided to give myself plenty of time to navigate the trip.  Usually, at that … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, History, Insight, Opinions, Perspective, Random Thoughts, Satire | Tagged , , , , | 3 Comments

Sportsmanship

Posted on August 7, 2019 by oldmainer

You should always be a good sport Is a phrase we often use But of course to prove you are one I’m afraid you have to lose

Posted in assassination, Insight, Life, Opinions, Perspective, Poetry, Random Thoughts, Rhyme, Satire, Wisdom | Tagged , , , , , | 3 Comments

Selective Shopping

Posted on May 6, 2019 by oldmainer

I was bringing in the mail the other day, or more precisely, I was bringing in the catalogs and solicitations, most of which never make it any further then the recycle bin in the garage, when it occurred to me … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Generations, Humor, Life, Opinions, Perspective, Random Thoughts, Reflection, Satire | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

I Can’t Bare It

Posted on February 5, 2019 by oldmainer

I am sitting here in total shock.  Shock, shock I say!!  I was totally unprepared.  No warning. Nothing.  Just bang. There they were.  On national TV.  Adam Levine’s nipples, right there for the world to see.  What was he thinking. … Continue reading →

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New And Improved

Posted on February 2, 2019 by oldmainer

I am always amazed, whenever I have a need to replace a piece of equipment, at how sophisticated everything has become.  I don’t care if it is a kitchen range or a toilet seat.  Everything has been enhanced.  So I … Continue reading →

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Ready, Set, Shop

Posted on November 23, 2018 by oldmainer

I think everyone knows what today is.  It is the day that all the people who cannot afford to buy a lot of things during the year suddenly get up in the middle of the night for the sole purpose … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christmas, Funny, Gifts, Home, Humor, Laugh, Life, Maine, Marriage, Perspective, Reflection, Relationships, Satire | Tagged , , , , , , , | 3 Comments