Tag Archives: comedy

The life lessons I’ve learned.

Posted on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 by Avitable

On Thursday, I turn 35.  (It’s not too late for you to buy me a present either.) It’s not really a milestone, except that I will no longer be in that vaunted 18-34 age demographic.  There’s nothing special you can … Continue reading →

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A letter to my 17-year old self

Posted on Monday, January 23, 2012 by Avitable

This isn’t the first time I’ve written a letter to my younger self,  but after seeing the letter written by my friend (and awesome comedienne) Lauren Brown, I decided to do another one. Dear 17-year old Avitable, On Thursday, I’ll … Continue reading →

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Tools and Douchebags: Our Society is Doomed

Posted on Monday, January 9, 2012 by Avitable

My Friday night started off normal.  Normal for me, that is, which means I was walking around the mall with three girls and a baby, shopping for dresses that were suitable for Friday night downtown.  Well, shopping for the girls … Continue reading →

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2011 Listgasm: The Top Ten Future Events of 2012 That Haven’t Happened Yet

Posted on Friday, December 30, 2011 by Avitable

For my final list of 2011, I thought I’d indulge in a little prognostication and whimsy. After all, I’ve written about movies, blog posts, Christmas gifts, and television shows, so what else is there to discuss? 2012 is going to … Continue reading →

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The Nine Worst Abbreviations and Slang Used Today in Texting, Twitter and Facebook

Posted on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 by Avitable

I understand.  You’re on Twitter and you have something so important to say, but you can’t get it into 140 characters.  Or you’re texting a friend and don’t have enough time to write full words before you crash into the … Continue reading →

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My Interview with Kim Jong Il

Posted on Monday, December 19, 2011 by Avitable

Recluse, despot, and insane cinephile Kim Jong Il, leader of North Korea for over sixteen years, died on Saturday after complications from working too hard, according to reports from North Korea sources. Even though he was notoriously publicity-shy, I managed … Continue reading →

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On bullying, homsexuality, and Jonah Mowry

Posted on Monday, December 5, 2011 by Avitable

Of course, this video makes no sense unless you’ve seen the original video, by Jonah Mowry, a young teen who is struggling with being gay and getting bullied at school: Or, if you want to see the two of them … Continue reading →

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Don’t look any further for your Black Friday needs – I’ll be your huckleberry.

Posted on Friday, November 25, 2011 by Avitable

[Originally posted on 11/16/10. Slightly edited and reposted due to turkey-induced coma.] Forget lining up outside Target or Walmart at midnight to get marginal deals on gifts that nobody needs. You can get all of your Black Friday needs met … Continue reading →

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The Avitable Perspective on Joe Paterno and the Penn State Scandal

Posted on Monday, November 14, 2011 by Avitable

Joe-Pa, Joe-Pa, Joe-Pa-dee doo I’ve got a perfect puzzle for you Joe-Pa, Joe-Pa, Joe-Pa-da dee If you are wise, you will listen to me Who do you blame when your man is a creep? Touching and leering at the kids … Continue reading →

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The Aristocrats

Posted on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 by Avitable

Please don’t read this post. It is the most vile, disgusting, horrible, evil thing I’ve ever written, and I am neither exaggerating nor being sarcastic. A talent agent is sitting in his office when a family walks in. The agent … Continue reading →

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