Category Archives: humor

My African-American Friend

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Neil

“Hello.” “Derrick?  This is Neil.” “Well, this is a surprise.” “Listen, I know we haven’t spoken in a long time.” “I’m not apologizing.” “I know.  I know.  It was my fault.  It’s OK that you went to Jennifer’s party and … Continue reading →

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A Proof of the Existence of God

Posted on May 7, 2010 by Neil

Many of you ask me about my religion, wondering if I truly adhere to the belief in an all powerful, all-knowing God. Here’s what I think: None of us can truly know if God exists, but anyone who admires nature, … Continue reading →

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My Health Care Plan

Posted on January 20, 2010 by Neil

Many Democrats are shocked that a Republican won Ted Kennedy’s seat in Massachusetts yesterday. I’m not. It is a referendum on Obama’s health care plan, and I think I am uniquely experienced to comment on this subject. For the last … Continue reading →

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What Type of Holiday Card Should You Send Me?

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Neil

The Holiday season brings up some uncomfortable issues. Several women, both Jewish and non-Jewish women have spoken to me, unsure what type of card to send to me.  Do I only celebrate Hanukkah?  Will I be offended if I receive … Continue reading →

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My First Day as the Chicago Cubs New Mascot to Attract More Gay Men to the Park – the Chicago Red Hot

Posted on August 7, 2008 by Neil

I just noticed that two of the volunteers to be this week’s guest posters are gay women.  Does this give me any insight into the demographics of my readers?  Is Citizen of the Month popular in the gay community?  I … Continue reading →

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An NPR Easter

Posted on March 23, 2008 by Neil

The announcement came from Rome:  after pressure from the ACLU, the courts had decided that crucifixion was unconstitutional.   Jesus was released and returned to his job as a carpenter, continuing his sermons as a side gig, speaking out on progressive … Continue reading →

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Jokes in Yiddish

Posted on January 14, 2008 by Neil

Humor is very important. I’d rather hear good jokes than see a naked woman in my bedroom. Of course, if the naked woman was the one telling the jokes, I wouldn’t complain. Especially if she was also carrying a corned … Continue reading →

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Luck is Getting Three Chopsticks

Posted on December 19, 2007 by Neil

  Today, on the second day of my New York trip, I felt my luck changing.  Why?  Because we went out for sushi and when I opened my package of wooden chopsticks, there were three individual chopsticks inside.  Now getting … Continue reading →

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Feeling a Little Blue

Posted on December 18, 2007 by Neil

Sophia, Flushing I enjoy getting comments which read “Oh, Neil, that was so funny. You made me morning.” I like them so much, I hate bringing up times when I’m feeling a little down. I’ve only been in New York … Continue reading →

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Off to Visit Mom

Posted on December 17, 2007 by Neil

  How many suitcases are we bringing to New York?  (Remember, Sophia is coming with me.  And she is a woman.  A woman with a lot of shoes.  A woman who isn’t sure what shoes to wear in the snow.  … Continue reading →

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