VIEW from the BLEACHERS

My personal search for signs of intelligent life in the universe and in my neighborhood

A humor blog

by Tim Jones, BA, JD, MBA, ESQ, FAQ, INC, LOL, WTF, UBU, IDK, ETC

You’re as Good as Anyone Else – Well, Almost

by TEJ | Jan 9, 2021 | Lifestyles humor | 4 Comments

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

by TEJ | Dec 11, 2020 | Parenting and Family humor | 11 Comments

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.

Trump’s Termination Interview

by TEJ | Nov 29, 2020 | Political humor | 6 Comments

In this VFTB Exclusive, we were able to uncover the unredacted transcript of the official Termination of Employment Interview given to Donald Trump by his employer, the American people. This might surprise you, but apparently, he didn’t take it well.

How to Create Your Own YouTube Channel in 386 Easy Steps

by TEJ | Oct 31, 2020 | Computers and Technology humor, Fun and Leisure Humor | 2 Comments

Recently I launched my very own YouTube channel. Why did I decide at the age of 65 to undertake such a daunting new challenge? Simple. I’m an idiot. Learn what you need to do in order to avoid my terrible mistake.

Where Did My Day Go?

by TEJ | Oct 18, 2020 | Lifestyles humor | 6 Comments

When I was in my forties, I routinely worked 55-hour weeks and still found time to take an active part in raising our two young daughters. I even worked out for an hour five nights a week. Somehow, I got it all done. I’m now 65, with way more time on my hands than back then. But I never seem to get everything done anymore. Not even remotely. Where does the time go?

The New Rules of Texting

by TEJ | Oct 3, 2020 | Computers and Technology humor, Lifestyles humor | 5 Comments

I recently sent my 26-year-old daughter a text message that deeply upset her. I wrote, “I love you. Hope you can come home soon.” My mistake? I used a period – which nowadays, according to young people, implies you’re angry and being demanding. Learn about other new rules about texting – before you alienate everyone under the age of 30.