VIEW from the BLEACHERS
A humor blog
by Tim Jones, BA, JD, MBA, ESQ, FAQ, INC, LOL, WTF, UBU, IDK, ETC
Announcing the Pandemic’s Most Annoying Person
In an award that had never previously been given, the CDC announced its winner of the not-so-coveted Pandemic’s Most Annoying Person. In reaching a unanimous decision, the agency explained that the vote wasn’t even close.
The Five-Day Accu-Weather Solar System Forecast
The five-day accu-weather Solar System forecast calls for sunny and seasonably hot weather – on the surface of the sun. Temps are forecast to be somewhat cooler as you head further away from the sun. Going to Neptune? Bring a winter coat. Learn what you need to know if your travel plans call for a trip to the nearby cosmos.
Undiscovered History: The Secret Jefferson Letters
In this VFTB Exclusive, I reveal a collection of never-before-seen correspondence between Thomas Jefferson and his rarely mentioned youngest son, Bradley. The letters reveal a deeply personal side heretofore never known about our third president and author of the Declaration of Independence.
Trump’s Final Days – As Reported by Different Media
In looking back over Donald Trump’s tumultuous final 2 & 1/2 months in office, the storm of chaotic events engulfing his historically scandal-plagued presidency only intensified. But you might not know that, based on how some of the rightwing news media covered these same events.
You’re as Good as Anyone Else – Well, Almost
All of us are constantly bombarded by messages reminding us we’re not good enough, not attractive enough, or not successful enough. Learn how to love yourself and stop comparing yourself to others. You’re as good as anybody else – well, maybe that’s a slight overstatement. But I’m just trying to help.
Twelve Teachers
As I look back over the past 65 years, some of the best educators I’ve had are family members and friends who profoundly shaped my values, my belief in myself and the life choices I made. There are twelve individuals who stand out as the most influential teachers in my life. This week’s column is about them.
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A collection of Tim Jones’ all-time funniest View from the Bleachers articles he’s written over the years.
Recent posts
My Shortest Date
Why It is Important Always to Proofread Your Texts Before You Press SEND – Revised
The Thrill of Watching Televised Fishing
Laundry Wars
The Upside of Holding Onto Grudges
The Story of Yong Li
Worrying Works – Trust Me, It’s Science
ICE Cracks Down on Dangerous Threats to National Security
Honest Conversations
Waiting for My Wife
YOU'RE GROUNDED FOR LIFE
Read this hysterically funny book about Tim Jones’s many parenting failures — Sure to make you feel like Parent of the Year by comparison.
