Category: Friday Funnies

Sometimes in life, you just gotta hope and pray you get to the end of the day before the you-know-what hits the other you-know-what. It’s Friday! The weekend awaiteth. Giggle and have fun! Big hug. (Originally posted May 19, 2023)

For your perusal today, I present Young Scrooge and Old Scrooge. Forty-five years apart. Mercy me, how the mighty have fallen. (LOL!) Please remember to laugh today. As you age, try to keep your sense of humor. If you ain’t got one, better jenny off to the local Woolworths store and buy one. (LOL!) Learn […]

Meanwhile, in other news, this just in from the D’Lo Athletic Supporters’ Gazette: “Found today in our archives is this snap of a vintage piece of football history. Our records indicate that the first testicular guard, ‘The Cup,’ was inaugurated in 1874. However, the first football helmet was not used until 1974. This means that […]

I saw this snap of these fashionable ladies and thought, “Holy Moley! What were they thinking!!” But then I saw this snap of me and thought, “What was I thinking!!!!” (LOL!!) Remember, it’s the heart that we should look at, not the face. Have a good laugh today. It just makes you feel better. L […]

Mr. Kalberg, as you reached for the salt, you were warned about the danger of those four brass buttons on your Polo blazer. As is your custom, though, you failed to listen and ended up with the sugary residue of a full lemon-drop martini in your lap and one large lemon slice. Oy vey! Such […]

Greetings! Love me some Chuck Kelly Salon! The customer is always right, and Chuck always aims to please. I ask him to give me a new do that would make it appear that I had more hair than I do. I think he succeeded. What say ye? As you go through your day, remember what […]

“I told you not to wear shorts to dinner tonight,” said she. “Oy vey! Such a slap and a lesson learned,” said me. Don’t forget to have a good laugh today! Big hug.

I spoke with my plastic surgeon, asking him if he could perhaps help me look 65 again. He flashed an intense light on my sagging face, poked around my puffy eyelids, pinched my neck wrinkles, and then, with a sadistic smile, said, “I don’t think I’ve got that much Bondo and epoxy glue.” I was […]

Note to self: Next Easter, please remember that just because it looks like a chocolate-covered Easter Egg on a stick tied with a pretty ribbon and covered in a candied-yellow shell, it might not be all it seems! However, you’ll be happy to know, dear friends and family, that one bite and the taste of […]

Mirror, mirror on the wall, Who’s the fairest of them all? “Say who?” says me. “It’s you!” says thee. So, it’s not Snow White? “She ditched her Knight?” Now, there’s a flash, A box office crash? Thank you, Mirror, for your kind vote, It causes my old spirits upward to float. And when next I […]

Note to self…this is why some folks should not drink! On this rainy morning, don’t forget to laugh. It will help take away some of the gloom. Later Non-Gloomy Gaters! (Originally posted April 9, 2021)

Mercy me! Miss Gertie Goat and her boyfriend, Bubba, are in a bit of a muddle. Ever been there? Sometimes in life, you ask yourself how you got where you are. Then, you look around a corner and wonder how you’re gonna get out of it. Life’s a muddle at times. Don’t forget to smile. […]

Tonight, for one night only, at the D’Lo Hog and Tractor Expo, the famous musical duo Banda de Hombres Atractivos will entertain with their unique blend of rock, big band, and country gospel music. Let the record show, however, that, being Baptists, they are not promoting the Corona Beer Franchise. They are, however, thankful for […]

Meanwhile on Old Compton Street in merry ol’ London there’s this sign at the local tobacconist shop. I wonder how much non-rejected Virgins would cost? (Don’t go there. Big smile.) Laugh, giggle, and guffaw today. It’s good for the heart and soul. Big hug. (Origianlly posted March 31, 2023)

Do you have a crazy uncle? I do, and his name is Cuthbert Alowishus Kalberg. When I visited him during Christmas as a child, I remember thinking how strange he looked—fez for a hat, velvet dressing gown with a fox-fur collar, pallid face, wrinkles galore, and matted beard! Yikes! When I hugged him, I was […]

Note to Self: When giving stage notes to Fagin and his gang of pickpockets, villains, and thieves, don’t anger them! They know where you live! All jokes aside, someone with a better grasp of English than I should invent another word for Thank you! But THANK YOU is all I can say to the fantastic […]

In other news, there’s this. A Hugh Hefner look-a-like was spotted on the deck of a tourist boat in Mobile harbor while viewing the S.S. United States. Alas, things hurriedly spiraled out of control when the look-al-like, channeling Hefner began handing out Bunny applications for the online magazine. Husbands took offense and threw the Hefner […]

For your consideration today, I present Duane, in all his flaming glory, seen here in Gulfport Little Theater’s 1980 summer musical, “Applause!” The musical is based on the 1950 film “All About Eve.” Duane is dancing atop a wooden spool while being wheeled around the stage, belting out a song. Channeling both Nijinsky and Baryshnikov […]

In this crazy world, always remember to brush your teeth at night to keep them. However, you brush them in the morning to keep your friends! Have you brushed yours lately? Later, Brushing Gaters! (Originally posted March 18, 2022)

On this very special Idus Martiae, here’s a gift suggestion for those friends who like to say, “We’ve got your back!” What are friends for…right? () While strolling through the park today or in the Theatre of Pompey with Senators, please keep a sharp lookout for flying objects. Don’t forget: A good chuckle is good […]

Meanwhile, in other theatrical news, let me vent. Oh! These rank, amateurish productions of classics like “A Christmas Carol” are so exasperating. Does anyone check to see what period hairstyles looked like? But hey, at least they give us a good laugh, right? () Always remember, everything is better with laughter, even a Victorian mullet. […]

Today’s snap takes us back to Gulfport Little Theater’s 1976 production of “The Music Man.” Little moi was chorus member number 64. Because it was our country’s Bicentennial, many costumes were red, white, and blue. No problem for moi. I rushed to my closet and assembled this stunning little ensemble, compliments of Mississippi Britches on […]

I originally posted this little funny six years ago. It appeared on my Facebook Memories. I re-read it and, once again, laughed out loud. Enjoy! “For those of you who know my dear mother’s situation, you know that I’m never sure what she does or doesn’t understand. The conversation between us is limited to repeatedly […]

Note to self: Remember to wear appropriate shoes when dressing to see a famous ship like the S.S. United States. The devilish rocks under my new red Tom’s slip-ons are killing me.  More snaps later. Big hug, y’all! 

A ventilated straw hat, aviator glasses, a trendy shirt, a 27-inch waistline, and a posh umbrella to keep the hot sunlight at bay. Life was good in 1975. Life is good today! Life! It’s a choice! Choose to make it as positive as you can! Today, as you walk life’s pathway, please remember that it […]

Ever have one of those mornings? Apparently, this poor fellow had a bad night and should have stayed in bed. Here’s wishing y’all a Happy Friday. Don’t forget to laugh. Turn that frown upside down and make it a smile. Big hug. (Originally posted March 3, 2023)

Meanwhile, in other opera news, the D’Lo Opera Society will present its reworking of Wagner’s famed Der Ring des Nibelungen. The Society’s new title is Der Ring des Bubba. Bubba will be played by Lockwood Peckenpaugh III, who thrilled local opera lovers with his rendition of “There are Fairies in My Garden” at the Fall […]

Note to self: When you’re told to turn the oven off so the roux flour can cool down, make sure the oven fan is off as well. If not, a face full of flour and a messy, detailed clean-up follows. Lest we forget: It’s good to chuckle at yourself and life’s problems. A good sense […]

On this foggy day in old Gulfport town, please take time to peruse the accompanying snap. You know it’s going to be one of those days at work–in this case, ye ole DHS office circa 2014–when someone screams, “There’s a big snake in the hallway!!!” Snakes on a plane are one thing; outside your supervisor’s […]

“Andy, we’ve had a great day at Pontchartrain Beach, but now it’s time to go home, so get in the car,” said Mom. “I don’t want to go,” said I and threw a fit. The ensuing slap on my derriere told me who was in charge. Dad helped by taking a snap for posterity. Thought […]

As we say, a picture is worth a thousand words. I can hear these ladies now. “Mable, that’s one ugly-lookin’ broad!” “Lucille, Honey, I’ll bet you next week’s rent, she ain’t no better lookin’ when she’s a he.” But as we say down South, “Bless his/her/whatever heart.” Have a great weekend, y’all. Big hug. (P.S. […]

“Do you really expect us to believe that you…” Sometimes, a picture is worth a thousand words. () What would life be without friends who make you laugh? Big hug, y’all!

Today’s snap is filed in a folder labeled WHAT WAS I THINKING! It was taken at a late-1990s SNACS performance. Remember those? Saturday Night at Center Stage? I was channeling Tom Cruise from “Risky Business” while singing a rousing rendition of “Oh! You Beautiful Doll.” A Dixieland Jazz recording of the song drowned out my […]

John Dahling, I discovered years ago that Dom Perignon is the best way to forget until you find something to remember. Today, try to forget, find something precious to remember, and above all, drink a glass of the bubbly to add a dash of happiness to your day. Be happy for this moment. This moment […]

Ah! Mercy me! Disaster before Mardi Gras. Bad Boy Louie, nose in the air and head hard as two bricks, insisted on wearing that ginormous headpiece as he scampered toward our awaiting Isotta Fraschini, ready to motor us to His Majesty’s Coronation Ball. I warned the boy about that quivering headpiece and his imperial-red Louis […]

I’m so excited about our upcoming cruise. I’m already thinking about what I’ll find to wear on board to the traditional homemade costume ball. () These dear folk’s creativity is certainly captivating. What say ye? In the costume ball of life, don’t forget to laugh and be yourself. Everyone else is already taken. Big hug, […]

Meanwhile in other news: Here’s a mugshot of a young thug who was easily identified and arrested via the hickeys on his neck. As an eyewitness told police: “Ths punk looks like he had a hot date with an octopus!” I’m sure he’ll be well received in Central Lockup. And that, my friends, is your […]

Meanwhile, in other news, a local mall had to quickly replace a steel bathroom door after a customer had a severe gastric disturbance due to an overindulgent partaking of Bush Beans. The maintenance man repairing the door was overheard saying, “In unpredictable situations like this, we must take what we’ve got and make what we […]

On New Year’s Day, I said, “Self! Stop stirring pots!” Well, that didn’t last long. Here, on the last day of January, I hope your New Year will be filled with laughter. As I’ve said before, it’s cheap medicine for the soul. Big hug.

When you are up to your a-double in alligators, it’s difficult to remember that your initial objective was to drain the swamp. However, if you must drain a swamp today, take time to dance around, do the watusi, and don’t forget to laugh. It will help make the draining less onerous. Later Laughing Gaters! (Originally […]

The London tube whisks many notable passengers through its dark tunnels on their way to a myriad of occupations. I wasn’t sure if this gentleman was a Zulu Witch Doctor or a walking ad for a new, industrial-strength, Roto-Rooter drain cleaner. Have a great Friday y’all. And don’t forget, we’re all God’s creatures…just some of […]

As you trudge through this dreary rainy day, just remember — even if the job’s difficult, it’s worth doing well. And it ain’t finished until the paperwork’s done! Put LAUGH on your work list today! Later Laughing Gaters! (Originally posted January 22, 2025 )

Real PETA men don’t wear fur, and that’s a fact! However, this man’s sung and warm, while the real PETA men are trying to locate specific parts of their anatomies that have shrunk up to the size of an unpopped popcorn kernel due to their freezing body temperatures. I’m gonna leave it right there!   Stay […]

Men! At long last, a robotic latrine for your home! The further good news is this: the latrine will monitor your output, collect the data, process it, and file it in your very own human-computer interaction unit, which can be automatically sent to the family urologist. Kidney stones, beware, you’re being monitored. This ingenious design […]

The Friday Funnies! To quote the Bard: “Double, double toil and trouble! Fire burn and cauldron bubble! Fillet of a fenny snake. In the caldron, boil and bake. Eye of newt and toe of frog…” To quote y’all: “Well, Kalberg’s stirring the pot again!” However, I know what you’re thinking. I do it so well. […]

Meanwhile, in the world of great art, there’s this. The exquisite black-and-white photograph pictured is titled “Afternoon Shadows.” It was taken by the world-renowned Mississippi Gulf Coast photographer Bubba Moselle Brown-Adams. Mr. Adams is the distant country cousin, thrice removed, of the equally world-famed photographer, Ansel Adams. Mr. Brown’s most recent exhibition was at the […]

Being a Baby Boomer (and thankful that I am!) I was reared by parents who grew up in hard times. Old Man Depression taught them to waste not, want not. Hence, today’s snap is for your perusal. It’s 1974, and I’m off to my Senior Year at dear ol’ William Carey College, aka Jesus Tech […]

Meanwhile, in other news, come the full moon his fashion ensemble will be made complete. Smile today…makes folks wonder what mischief you got into last night. Later Full Moon Gaters! Originally posted January 13, 2023)

With 73 just around the corner, I decided to give a new face mask a try to help fight the signs of aging. Alas, it didn’t quite do the trick. But then I remembered the Bard’s advice: “With mirth and laughter let old wrinkles come…” So, I turned the failed face mask into a ‘wrinkly’ […]

While perusing my old theater scrapbook, I found this snap. Who is this guy? I seem to remember that someone who looks like him was in Center Stage’s “Sly Fox,” back in 1996. Perhaps this snap was his lobby picture, but what was he thinking! That 1920’s hat, striped shirt and non-politically correct t-shirt (wife-beater) […]

Greetings! May all your troubles in the New Year last as long as your New Year resolutions.   All jokes aside, please make one resolution you’ll keep: Have a good laugh at least once daily. It’s good for the soul. Big hug, y’all! 

This day did not start well. Bad boy Louie stumbled into the breakfast room, blurry-eyed from a raucous night of frivolity. Looking at me with a spiteful grin, he let out of peal of laughter. “Yeehaw! You’ve got a zit on your nose the size of a ’56 Buick Special! Won’t you look cute in […]

Woe! Is me! Christmas presents, I don’t know what to return. The Tiffany nose ring? The designer toilet, with automatic wiper and cheek massage? Or the Lucchese leather boots with instant stiletto heel ejectors, great for that moment when you’ve had too much happy juice at a redneck bar and say, “Bubba! Hold my drink.” […]

Merry Christmas, indeed! Bah humbug! I’m going back to my old crotchety ways. I put up a Christmas tree and spread holiday cheer around. What did I get for it? Nothing but a terse letter from FBC Gulfport informing me that I owed back title money, so, to make up for it, I could be […]

Mercy me! Advice needed! For those of you who have children, what to do? Like many of my FB friends, little Louie thought we really were going on an ocean cruise to Europe. When he discovered we weren’t, he pitched a hissy fit, threw all his packed Louis Vuitton luggage onto the living room floor, […]

Dear Jayne and I wish you a Merry Christmas! However, I wouldn’t advise decorating your Christmas tree while standing on a silk-covered pouf and being top-heavy all at the same time. Later Top-Heavy Gaters! (Originally published December 23, 2022)

Well, Christmas shoppers, here’s the latest. I get a panicked call from Gulfport’s most powerful retail executive, Ms. Pamela Berry Meinzinger. She’s all in a dither. “I gotta have a chair decorated for the Outlet Mall ’cause Santa Claus is comin’ to town,” says she. “No problem,” says I. Then disaster struck. When we told […]

Not long ago, my old boss from the Department of Human Resources, Margie Reid, called me and said, “We’d love for you to join us for our Christmas Party. I need your talents.” I was jumpin’ with joy. Oh! To once again enjoy the company of my old DHS chums from days gone by. Sing […]

My sweet Granny from D’Lo once told me, “Andy, if you see a woman in gold lame’ you know you got a floozy on your hands.” She also warned me about strange men wearing striped pants and sporting polka-dot headbands on their top hats. She also taught me that sometimes, people are just weird, and […]

Greetings on this cold December day! Not finished doing your Christmas shopping? Here’s a great Christmas gift for all the fashionistas in your life – nose hair extensions. Move over, fake eyelashes! Voluptuous nose hair is officially the latest beauty craze. After years of trying to remove those ill-placed little hairs, the beauty world is […]

In the year of the pox, Mr. Delk was hired by WLOX to spread Christmas cheer throughout the studio via his magnificent decorations. In the spirit of the season, he kindly hired a Senior Citizen Elf on the Shelf who had befallen upon hard times. The Elf, eager to please but not too bright, was […]

The Grinch tried to steal more than just Christmas at last Saturday’s Mistoe on Main, Gulfport’s Christmas festivities in downtown Gulfport. Ol’ Greeny tried to steal all of Frosty’s snow, too. Santa and Scrooge had the last laugh though. The Grinch was allergic to Frosty’s snow and broke out in hives coupled with a bad […]

Can you help? How do I get Louie to listen to what I say? Here’s the story. I say, “Hey, Louie! We’ve been invited to a grand, Great Gatsby-themed Christmas costume party! Wear something fitting for the period.” Did he listen? Nope! Wellington arrives with our Isotta Fraschini. I step out wearing my top hat […]

Go on, don’t lie. Like me, you know you had a crazy uncle who gave crazy Christmas gifts. Sometimes life gets crazy. Some folks may call you crazy. If they do, just tell them that you like this terminology: Happy with a twist. Later Twisting Gaters. (Originally published December 9, 2022)

Good news, Christmas shoppers! Louis Vuitton is having a two-for-one sale. For every pair of their fashionable and most desirable sunglasses purchased, you’ll get another for free, plus your very own precious, limited edition, Senior Citizen Louis Vuitton Elf on the Shelf. Get ’em while they last! (Disclaimer: Older Elves are prone to breakage, especially […]

Sometimes my old body’s like a raggedy, 1972 Gremlin. ‘Cause every time I cough or sneeze, my radiator leaks and my exhaust pipe backfires. Did I make you laugh? This old world can be a pretty unhappy place sometimes. With that in mind, lest we forget Victor Hugo’s uplifting words: Laughter is the sun that […]

I found this snap in an antique shop’s box of old snaps. Wonder what happened to this little fellow? With his rakish Panama hat and snappy sandals, he’s the bee’s knees, to be sure. And that tractor! Perhaps he grew up to be a farmer. I bet his chest sprouted hair and filled out, his […]

Mercy me! I thought June was the month to marry. I’ve received three December wedding invitations, along with three bachelor party invites as well. I thought this beautiful leatherbound book might make a good gift for the grooms. What say Ye? Have a good chuckle today; just don’t lose your head in the process. Big […]

I hear tell this preppy yuppy thought he had found a lucrative acting career in making commercials for Electric City and Baber’s Leasing. Alas, that was not to be. And he found himself reg-tagged, obsolete, and out of a job. Not daunted and quick on his feet, though, he found fame and fortune at ye […]

This old coot has escaped once again and is now on the prowl. He was last seen at Trixie and Homer’s 70th Wedding Anniversary, making mischief when he crashed the party in a most unusual way. If spotted, he’s easy to corral with promises of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, shots of banana whiskey, and a […]

As the old-timers say, a picture is worth a thousand words. Wonder what this cute little girl is thinking? On this lovely cold morning please remember, it’s hard to smile sometimes, but don’t ever stop trying to do so. Laughter is still the best medicine. Big hug y’all! (November 18, 2022)

Alas and alack, woe is me! The phone rang late yesterday afternoon. I answered. Carolyn Martin said in a sweet voice, “Please call Brennan Prince. He wishes to speak to you.” I was elated and just knew he wanted me to audition for his next show. Imagine my dismay and crumpled feelings when I discovered […]

Remember the great toilet paper shortage of 2020? Well, times ain’t a whole lot better. With that in mind, here’s a suggestion: start saving the various Holiday catalogs that come via the post. Remember, no job’s worth doing until the paperwork’s completed. Later Trying-To-Get-The-Job-Completed Gaters! (Originally published November 12, 2021)

Meanwhile In Other News: This little tome, hot off the presses, will make a great stocking stuffer for all those would-be little dance divas anxiously waiting to tread the boards. Soon to be released will be a young gentleman’s companion book titled: “The Little Gents Book on How To Successfully Pass Blame when Passing Gas […]

Oh! Woe is me! I’m so bored. I get no kick from champagne. Mere alcohol doesn’t thrill me at all. I get no kick from cocaine; it bores me just the same. I get no kick from an ocean cruise; it gives me the seasick blues. Alas, I get no kick from a standing ovation; […]

In other news: Here’s the latest Designer Toilet Seat from the Paris Interior Designer’s Showcase. It’s for your guest bathroom and is for those guests you really don’t like but must invite to be polite. () With the Holidays coming up, watch where you sit. () Big hug, y’all!

What a night! Two femme fatales, Count Dracula, and a lunatic. We fit right in with the Project’s regulars. As you traverse the day, remember: life’s not always easy. Sometimes, being silly with friends is the best therapy! Later Silly Gaters! (Originally published October 29, 2021)

It’s ooky spooky in the asylum at night. Crazy ol’ Renfield might give you a fright. He’ll jump on your back, you’ll be in a bind. If you’re not careful, who knows what you’ll find. You might see things like hairy black bats, You might see things like silky black cats. At every quick turn, […]

These boys have been creating Stooge-tacular comedy since the 1930s. Because why frown when you can nyuk-nyuk-nyuk your way through life’s absurdity? Life’s hard these days, my friends. Look for the funny side of it and stay away from that which ain’t…or…I’ll throw a pie in your face. 😂 Big hug, y’all! 🥰

I’m an old-fashioned kind of guy–women and children first or ladies first–get the picture? But when someone screams, “There’s a huge snake in the hallway just outside your office door!” It’s every fool for himself. Don’t be the snake in someone’s life. Remember what Oscar Wilde once said, “Some cause happiness wherever they go; others, […]

Yeah, I know! I’m cute. It’s my 4th birthday. I’ve got on a cool shirt and Vitalis in my hair. But I can’t hold it any longer…I think I’m gonna toot. Come on now, laugh with this cute little boy. Remember: As birthday cake is to the body, so is laughter to the soul. Later […]

“Miss Lucy!” Renfield said with a doleful sigh. “I’ll never screech and scream again IF…” With demented eyes, he paused and looked around the room. “Dr. Seward, I’ll never eat flies and spiders again IF…” His heart tightening with fear, Renfield glared at young Harker. “You’ll never have to shoo away that evil bat again […]

Help and double Help! So last night I’m minding my own business and suddenly, my toes and fingers gnarled up. Hair started sprouting on my head. (No complaints about that! ) I started baying at the moon. And in the back of my mind, an old gypsy woman kept repeating, “The vay you valked vas […]

This younger generation…I just don’t know what to think of them. I showed Bad-Boy Louie the bat from Gulfport Little Theater’s 1984 production of DRACULA, and he almost passed out. He’s such a wuss. But then he threw a rubber snake at me, and I peed in my pants. Don’t know who the bigger wuss […]

When you’re up to your armpits in toilet paper, it’s hard to remember where you hid the toilet plunger. Don’t forget: to make mistakes is human; to stumble is commonplace, but to be able to laugh at yourself that’s maturity. How’s your maturity level? Giggle and laugh today. That’s an order! Later Gaters Who Follow […]

“Last night, I dreamt I went to Manderley again.” Oops! Wrong dream! () Last night, I dreamt I was flying; clocks and time meant nothing as I strove to become the wanna-be studly shadow that floated above me. Alas, disaster! During my imaginary flight, the bed collapsed due to my twisted contortions. I tumbled out […]

Ain’t life unpredictable at times! There you are, sitting and minding your own business, when BOOM, something happens to take away your peaceful, enjoyable day. Don’t let that happen to you today. Remember: Life always offers you a second chance…it’s called tomorrow. Later Looking-Forward-To-A-Great-Day Gaters!  (Orginally published October 8, 2021)

Meanwhile, in other news, it appears this old coot has lost more than his meteorite. His mind, perhaps? Did he not have a hairbrush to brush that thinning mop before going on the air? As you go through the day, try and look your best…it will make you feel better about yourself. Later Looking-Good Gaters! […]

A good book and classical art. What more could a person ask for? Remember: Try and laugh while walking along life’s bumpy pathway. You have a choice—either you laugh or you cry. But Honey! Crying gives me a headache, a runny nose, and bloodshot eyes. Makes me look like I’ve been on a three-day drunk. […]

While wading through a slew of boxes filled with old papers and ring binders, I found my old KNS Publicity Folder from the early 90s. Its yellowing pages and envelopes packed with aging snaps brought a smile. Remembering all my friends who had entertained me over the years with their stage antics made me giggle. […]

For you youngsters (anyone under 45 ) who have wondered what hairstyles fashionable Nerds wore in the 1960s, here’s your answer. SNAP 1 – This nerdy Fashionista sports the Swooped-Back-With-One-Curl look. Pomade was a must. He augmented his look with oversized glasses in an effort to mask the freckles splashed across his face. A clip-on […]

For those of you who say I’m behind the times, let the record show the Kalbergs have always been on the cutting edge of technology. For evidence, I present a snap of my grandfather, Frank August Kalberg, Sr., and a lady friend of unknown origin. He told me the ostrich’s name was Silvester, who, on […]

The Friday Funnies! Oh! My! Was it the stuffed bell peppers? That Sichuan spicy hot pot? Or was it the large bowl of shrimp creole? Whatever it was, I awoke last night from a horrible nightmare! I was trapped in a Van Gogh painting with no way out. Then I found out the painting was […]

Whatever rumors you’ve heard about this fellow with crafty eyes and a snarky smile, please note that they are false, and the accusations are biased and unfounded. He’s innocent of all charges. Any pictures of him that you might see at your local Post Office have been put there by ne’er-do-wells intent on fanning the […]

The old adage is true: “While the Boss is away, the mice will play!” Well, this old mouse took advantage of Chef Magnifique Adam ridin’ someone else’s coattails to kill two birds with one stone, or should I say pot? While stirring my pot yet again, I cooked hamburger meat, the aroma of spices and […]

The Friday Funnies – The ever-delightful Miss West is correct: there’s no excuse for not having a good time! And that’s what I intend to do while away. This will be my last Friday Funnies for the next three weeks, as I’ll be in England and Scotland. So in my absence, don’t forget to laugh, […]

I always wanted to travel by zeppelin, especially on an airship like the Hindenburg—filled with helium and not hydrogen, of course. However, I’ll pass on this latest zeppelin creation christened the Hindenbutt. Whatever your favorite mode of travel is, don’t forget to have a good laugh while enjoying the sights. Big hug. Originally published August […]

Good news/Bad news. The good news: I got my old job back as Chief Pot Stirrer. Bad news: No gift without a price. A fellow kitchen worker (no names mentioned) told Adam, our Chef Magnifique, of my dismay after being demoted.      He politely apologized and told me I was the best Pot Stirrer of […]

Ah! The Good Old Days when milady preferred driving an ostrich instead of a Nash Rambler. As you go through the day, remember the wise words of Will Rogers: “We’re all here for a spell; get all the good laughs you can.” Later Laughing Gaters! (Originally published August 20, 2021)

Imagine my delight when Sam informed me that the aristocratic Crawley Family had invited us to a Fancy Dress Ball at Downton Abbey. I thought it bizarre that they were having a party at which everyone wears a dress, but you know…those English folk and their aristocratic eccentricities. 😉 Wellington rushed me to the Mystic […]